The Best Trail Running Routes in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco and the surrounding bay area is an incredible place to get out in nature. Just north of the city, The Marin Headlands and Golden Gate National Recreation Area are a hiker’s paradise. Across the bay in Oakland, there are also a number of fantastic hiking trails.

If you’re looking to go straight to the best hikes in San Francisco, our data says to head to the headlands. These trails are where the locals go. For a beautiful and family friendly hike, we recommend the Tennessee Valley Trail. If you’re looking for a more challenging option, you can’t go wrong with the Rodeo Beach Loop. If Oakland is more your speed, Strava members love The Skyline Gate hike.

It’s our mission to help you explore the world around you. We use the data from millions of hikes to create accurate lists and trail maps so you can have a great time on trail. Have fun out there and be sure to share your adventure on Strava!