Very Local Outdoors.

Who says you need a haunted house to get into the spirit? Take a walk on the strange side of the coast and South Bay. Follow a blufftop trail with ties to a long-lost town, hike above the crashing waves near a legendary lady in blue, and discover mysterious stone walls scattered across the South Bay hills. That’s the spirit…

Halloween has us getting into the spirit of things, especially the spirits of the dearly departed. The thing is, some legends never die. Pay tribute to them at a cemetery of Hollywood stars, a resting place for literary legends, and a haunted hillside where even the family pets have a place in history. Fluffy, is that you?

Some trips promise you the moon and the stars. And this one delivers in a big way, plus throws in some extra planets for your viewing pleasure. From Bend, Sunriver, and Sisters to Antelope Basecamp in the remote high desert.

That cooler morning air, followed by midday sun splashing across golden hills as leaves float down from the trees … yeah, let’s go for a ride! These three Bay Area bike (and hike) trails serve up a mix of signature big views, bold reds (redwoods and wine!), and wide-open spaces.