Redwood Therapy Hikes
Shinrin-yoku is the Japanese art of forest bathing, a therapy conceived as a way to take care of one’s health and well-being. In other words, an essential for 2020! From a forest hike that secretly leads into Muir Woods, to soaking in the redwoods in a less-known grove in the South Bay, here are three hikes with redwoods that can help soothe your soul.
Muir Woods Through the Backdoor
Hike into Muir Woods from Mount Tamalpais and the Bootjack Trail
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Forest Bathe Under the Redwoods
Forest Bathing Among Redwoods at Sanborn County Park
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Hike Shell Beach to Pomo Canyon Redwoods on Sonoma Coast
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Hike the trail less traveled in the East Bay's Briones Regional Park. The Oursan Trail is pure serenity on a wide hiking path skirting the northern shores of Briones Reservoir.
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Reno Tahoe is where America’s largest alpine lake meets the Biggest Little City in the World. Easily access the best ski resorts (and hot springs!) and have urban adventures at your fingertips.
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A backdoor entrance into Muir Woods? Hike a tranquil trail that starts in Mount Tamalpais State Park and quietly leads into Muir Woods, letting you avoid the busyness of the main parking area.
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Giant Douglas firs and a peaceful madrone- and tanoak-studded forest make the hiking at Sanborn County Park sublime, but there’s an added majesty here thanks to the Todd Creek Redwoods Grove.
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GOAT (greatest of all time) Sonoma Coast experience? Hike the Kortum Trail, wine taste on a patio overlooking the Russian River, and catch a sensational sunset at, yep, Goat Rock Beach.
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Bodega Head has a mystical hike-in beach trail through secret sand dunes. Hike in, then enjoy the West's tastiest BBQ brisket on a patio overlooking Bodega Bay Harbor.
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Glamp in a tent cabin or stay in private patio room among redwoods in the heart of Russian River. And do some wine tasting at these two beautiful vineyards with airy cabanas and gorgeous views.
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Redwoods in Orange County? It's true! Find them on this 2-mile loop hike in Brea's Carbon Canyon Regional Park, home to 241 Sequoia sempervirens specimens. The tallest is nearly 100 feet!
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