Hiking in San Francisco

Go hiking in San Francisco with curated guides of the best hikes across the region. With over 11 3D trail maps in FATMAP, you can easily discover and navigate the best trails in San Francisco.

No matter what your next adventure has in store, you can find a guide on FATMAP to help you plan your next epic trip.

Get a top hiking trail recommendation in San Francisco from one of our 7 guidebooks, or get inspired by the 11 local adventures uploaded by the FATMAP community. Start exploring now!

Hiking Routes in San Francisco

San Francisco Bay Trail

Explore one of the world's most famous coastlines and the vibrant city it is home to

Moderate Hiking

Distance: 97 km
Ascent: 743 m
Descent: 743 m

Fort Funston Beach Loop

Family and dog-friendly loop featuring sea cliffs, wildflowers, a sandy beach, and historic war forts.

Moderate Hiking

Distance: 2.6 km
Ascent: 60 m
Descent: 60 m

Batteries to Bluffs Loop

Explore history and scenery along the dramatic coastline near the Golden Gate Bridge.

Difficult Hiking

Distance: 2.1 km
Ascent: 81 m
Descent: 81 m

Coastal Trail: Baker Beach to Golden Gate Bridge

A path that links cliff-top views, sandy beaches, cypress groves, historic war defenses, and the entrance to the Golden Gate Bridge.

Easy Hiking

Distance: 5.2 km
Ascent: 119 m
Descent: 119 m

San Bruno Mountain: Summit Loop Trail

City skyline views from an ecologically diverse mountain in the metro area.

Moderate Hiking

Distance: 5.4 km
Ascent: 209 m
Descent: 209 m

Golden Gate Promenade

Stroll through an urban park with many activities, and enjoy views of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Easy Hiking

Distance: 4.3 km
Ascent: 57 m
Descent: 5 m

Lands End Loop

On the Lands End Trail you'll stroll through historic Lands End, in a beautiful forest, atop high sea cliffs, with lofty views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Moderate Hiking