Events

THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED Sorry for the inconvenience. We will discuss the biodiversity of Mt. Tam through its trees and habitats. Distance: 7.1 miles. Elevation gain: 1,578 ft. This will be a moderate/challenging hike. Dipsea to Steep Ravine and return via Matt Davis. -Wear comfortable grippy shoes and if you have knee or ankle […]

CANCELED - FIRE CLOSURE Let's walk and discover together how the plants are doing in the middle of the fall season. Let's notice the changes in the landscape, and the signs that announce the coming rains. Distance: 4.4 miles. Elevation gain: 627 ft. Rock Springs. Simmons, Benstein, FireRoad, Rifle Camp, Meadow trail to Potrero, Music […]

We will discuss strength and balance in nature. We all need strength and balance to live a good life and we can find some great examples and similarities in nature. Let?s hike and find some meaningful connections between us and the surrounding trees. Distance: 6.1 miles. Elevation gain: 1,410 ft. Starting at Bootjack to Muir […]

Ferns are an important and ancient part of the lush greenery that abounds in our forests. Come learn about some of the first vascular plants dating back to the time when dinosaurs roamed the earth and beyond! We will walk down to Cataract Fall and continue to Alpine Lake. We’ll loop back up the Kent, […]

CANCELLED by Karen Ulring due to smoke.You will review the history of the TCC and their invaluable contributions to Mount Tamalpais State Park. Distance: 9.7 miles. Elevation gain: 2,608 ft. Take Bootjack down to TCC, Stapelveldt to Pan Toll and down Matt Davis to Stinson. Back up the Dipsea to Pan Toll and Bootjack.ÿChallenging.

A short hike with spectacular views, learn about Verna Dunshee's life and legacy and her work to protect Marin's open space. Distance: 0.7 miles Elevation gain: 0 ft. A short loop around the East Peak on the Verna Dunshee trail.ÿEasy,ÿAccessible.

CANCELLED BY DPR due to poor air quality. Santi Abascal . Learn about diversity in the Park: Culture, Nature, and Leisure. Distance: 5.1 miles. Elevation gain: 850 ft. Theater, Rock Spring, Nora, M.Davis, Old mine and back to RS Parking lot.ÿModerate.

Hike into Muir Woods and learn about the important part redwood trees play to mitigate climate change and the current health of Mt. Tam's redwoods. Distance: 3.7 miles. Elevation gain: 876 ft. From Panoramic, to Canopy, Fern Creek and Lost Trail.ÿModerate.

We will talk about the endangered, carismatic northern spotted owl. You will discover what Mt Tam represents an important area for its population and conservation efforts in Marin County. Distance: 4.3 miles. Elevation gain: 571 ft. West Point Inn, Nora, Matt Davis Trail.ÿEasy.

CANCELLED due to rain/showers Explore your senses in nature while being guided through mindfulness practices. Finish the hike feeling like you've just had a cleansing shower for your mind. Distance: 4.3 miles. Elevation gain: 571 ft. Easy: Old Stage, West Point Inn, Nora, Matt Davis, Old Stage.ÿEasy.

Learn about Mtt.Tam's history, how different generations used the mountain and the Tamalpais railroad. Distance: 4.2 miles. Elevation gain: 1,617 ft. East Peak via Hogback Rd, Old Railroad Grade & Fern Creek trail. Somewhat intense but short.ÿStrenuous.

"Meditations in Nature" with Rosalind Gottfried . We will stop to appreciate, and meditate on, the sounds and smells of the trails, particularly the Steep Ravine trail, and admire the ocean views from the Matt Davis trail. Distance: 7.1 miles. Elevation gain: 1, 578 ft. Route: Stinson -Dipsea- Steep Ravine - Matt Davis loop. Moderate.

Saturday December 8 at 9:30am from Stinson Beach trailhead. "Meditations in Nature" with Rosalind Gottfried . We will stop to appreciate, and meditate on, the sounds and smells of the trails, particularly the Steep Ravine trail, and admire the ocean views from the Matt Davis trail. Distance: 7.1 miles. Elevation gain: 1, 578 ft. Route: Stinson -Dipsea- Steep Ravine […]