HIking

Monday, October 6, 2025 | 5:30pm – Meet at the Kirby Cove trailhead
 SWC members, family, and friends are invited to our annual evening hike to Kirby Cove. It’s an easy 1.8 mile descent down to the shore through a forested cove, with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and SF skyline. We’ll all […]

Monday, October 20, 2025 | 9:00am – Meet at SWC to carpool
 A beautiful but fairly strenuous loop starting from Bear Valley Trailhead, ascending Mt. Wittenberg with sweeping views and a picnic lunch before looping back down. Boots and hiking poles recommended. RSVP by 10/17 to Co-leaders Susan Watson and Sandy Strawbridge.

Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 9:00am – Meet at SWC to carpool
 Hike along this 5.9 mile out-and-back trail in Point Reyes that follows a well-maintained coastal path to Bass Lake. Take in the gorgeous views along the way as you wind through the forest with frequent wildlife sightings. Elevation gain: 770 ft. Bring water, […]

Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 9:30am – Meet at SWC to carpool
 Explore the hidden gems of San Francisco’s Cole Valley and Haight-Ashbury districts. We’ll hike Mount Sutro, Tank Hill, Mount Olympus, and Buena Vista Park – all wonderfully unique spots off the beaten path. Three moderate climbs and a long staircase with an option […]

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 | 9:00am – Meet at SWC to carpool
 One of Marin’s lesser-known but most picturesque and serene hikes, this nearly 7 mile loop in nearby Larkspur offers a rich variety of terrain and scenery. We’ll begin in the historic redwoods of Baltimore Canyon and wind through lush groves of ferns to […]

Monday, March 30, 2026 | 10:00am – Depart via Tiburon Ferry 10:00am / Return via Tiburon Ferry 3:20om.
 Step back in time and take in breathtaking views on this memorable day trip to Angel Island State Park. We’ll catch the 10:00am ferry from Tiburon and explore the island on foot, enjoying 360° panoramic views of […]

Monday, April 6, 2026 | 9:00am – Meet at SWC to carpool
 This 7.5-mile loop combines ocean vistas and redwood ravines in one of Marin’s most iconic hikes. We’ll start at Pantoll and descend the Matt Davis Trail toward Stinson Beach, a mostly downhill 4.5 mile stretch with open coastal views. After lunch at Parkside […]

Monday, April 20, 2026 | 8:45am – Meet at SWC to carpool
 Explore our local National Park gem – the Presidio – on this beautiful 5.5 mile loop starting at Tunnel Tops Park. We’ll walk to Inspiration Point, continue past the Golf Course, Mountain Lake, and the former Public Health Service Hospital to the coastal […]

Monday, May 18, 2026 | 8:45am – Meet at SWC to carpool
 Experience the best of Mt. Tamalpais on this scenic 5-mile loop. Starting at Rock Springs, we’ll descend to Boot Jack and make our way across the Matt Davis Trail, taking in the coastal views and traveling on some rugged terrain, crossing wooden bridges, […]

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 9:00am – Meet at SWC to carpool
 We’ll close out the hiking season with a local favorite—a 4.5-mile loop through Mill Valley’s Escalon Fire Road and Camino Alto Bowl. The trail climbs gradually up the ridge, rewarding us with views of Horse Hill to (hopefully) meet its grazing equine residents. […]