Area Summary Location: Near Mill Valley Best For: Intermediates Suitable For: All levels except extreme Ground Cover: Mostly open grasslands and scrub Seasons: Good year round. Dress in layers...can be foggy and cold even in the middle of summer.
Directions to trailhead(s):
The main parking is located just 15 minutes' drive north of the Golden Gate Bridge at the end of Tennessee Valley Road. From Highway 101, take the Highway 1 exit heading north. Tennessee Valley Road is a quick left off Hwy 1. Access to trails also from Bunker Road and Muir Beach.
Download PDF Maps of the
6 Best Riding Spots
in Marin County
Set includes China Camp SP, Tamarancho/Pine Mtn, Marin Headlands, Mount Tam, Bolinas Ridge and Annadel SP
Description:
Picturesque Marin Headlands combines great trails, incredible scenery, wildlife and the convenience of being just a few miles from San Francisco. With grass-and-scrub covered ridgetops opening up to beautiful ocean and city views, these trails are heavily used by a variety of groups. Please use caution and obey posted signs to help maintain the fragile peace that exists in Marin among trail user groups.
The headlands' moderately steep fire roads and wide single-track trails are perfect for strong intermediate riders. Intrepid beginners might want to tackle the first featured ride or the very flat Tennessee Valley Trail, while hardcore riders looking for a challenge may need to ride elsewhere.
The featured rides both begin from Tennessee Valley Road. However, it is also possible to reach the area from the Golden Gate Bridge via Bunker Road.
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