"The Bay Area has a wealth of natural diversity, which means hikers can pick a landscape to suit their mood: redwood groves, coastal dunes, oak woodlands, tidal marshes, grassland prairies, pine-studded ridges, and more, says Brown. But what astounds her most is how much terrain is still relatively wildabout 29 percent of the Bay Area's land is protected open space. That's an amazing gift for anyone who hikes or lives here."
"In the guide, Brown not only provides a map and elevation profile for each hike; she breaks them down mile-by-mile, noting nice spots for views and snack breaks, and where the siren's call of sneaky spur trails might throw you off course. The end of each entry offers an added bonus: the best nearby cafe, brewery, market, or restaurant to refuel and toast to the miles completed."
"When I need a fresh perspective, I hike to a summit or high point, says Brown. Big Rock Ridge is Marin County's second highest peak, and it offers dramatic views of Mount Diablo, Mount Tam, San Francisco, and three graceful bridges (Golden Gate, Bay, and Richmond-San Rafael). When the fog rolls in, the high ridge towers above the puffy marshmallow layer and delivers an even dreamier vista."
Dozens of Bay Area trails span diverse landscapes: redwood groves, coastal dunes, oak woodlands, tidal marshes, grassland prairies, and pine-studded ridges. About 29 percent of Bay Area land is protected open space, leaving much terrain relatively wild. Trail descriptions provide maps, elevation profiles, and mile-by-mile notes that mark viewpoints, snack breaks, and potentially misleading spur trails. Each trail lists nearby cafes, breweries, markets, or restaurants for refueling. Seven overlooked routes from Napa to Santa Cruz present notable under-the-radar options, with example details such as Big Rock Ridge's panoramic summit vistas.
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