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Labor Day Sneak Away
Who's ready to get sneaky? As in sneaking away this weekend for a quick outdoor escape. From camping to coastal hiking, bike rides with beers, and redwoods rambles, here are some ideas nearby and not too far. Sneak attack!
VIEWNew Trails & Parks
Mmmm... that new park smell! From the Peninsula to the Sonoma Coast, these trails are primed and ready to be explored.
VIEWYosemite Anew
It’s easy to think you’ve seen Yosemite’s best stuff. But this national park just keeps giving us different ways to experience its wonders. From new cabins to an upgraded hike among giant sequoias, or taking a trail less-known, here’s a guide to keep exploring Yosemite’s adventurous side.
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Sublime San Juan Islands
Well, well, this wellness action plan takes you to the San Juan Islands! Easily reached by ferry yet worlds away in tranquility and unique adventures, this Washington State jewel of the Salish Sea nurtures through nature.
View Fun Dips!
Sunscreen: check. Swim trunks: check. Plan of action: take a dip! Keep your cool and beat the heat from the Sierra Nevada to the Berkeley Hills and Point Reyes. Just don't be a rotten egg!
VIEWSummer Savoring
Okay, summer, can you slow down already! Savor the sun's favorite season with some camping and hiking among redwoods, biking along the coast, paddling crystal waters, or relaxing in a garden ... a beer garden! Here are a few ideas.
VIEWPark Pleasures
Who's up for an easy summer adventure? Our local parks have trails to be explored and shows to be enjoyed! From a newly opened hike in the redwoods and a classic coastal headlands wander, to Broadway Under the Stars in a state park, here's a trio of ideas for soaking in the season.
VIEWSummer Camping Spots
Sweet dreams are made of sweet places to pitch a tent. From the wilds of Tahoe to redwood seclusion on the Sonoma Coast, even in San Francisco, here are three ways to get your summer camp on.
VIEWSummer's Best Bike Rides
Roll call! Bike to a beach and get coastal views almost the entire way, enjoy some fat tire fun at China Camp State Park, or make it an easygoing lake loop in Santa Rosa … here are three of the best bike rides to do this summer in the North Bay. Ready, set, pedal!
VIEWSet 4th Outdoors!
Add some outdoor sparkle to your Independence Day celebrations: From an easy bike ride with a craft brewery on the route, to an urban art stroll or paddling on Lake Tahoe’s crystalline waters, we’ve got some adventures to set you 4th!
VIEWReservoir Rambles!
The summer sizzle is on, so hit the refresh button! Keep your cool with these lake and reservoir hikes and bike rides.
VIEWSolstice Hikes
Celebrate the longest days of the year with some hikes, beaches, and urban wanders that let you get a late start or just linger with the daylight.
VIEWFather's Day in the Great Outdoors!
Father's Day is coming in hot, and if you've gone cold on plans, don't panic. Treat dad to the great outdoors. From a casual bike ride and brew pub to camping and hiking in a pinch, we've even got something for the dad that's pure city slicker! Here are three ways to celebrate pops!
VIEWUrban Art Walks with Beer!
Get your art fix without going into a museum. These three city art walks are amazing, with colorful and powerful murals and creative installations. Bonus: There’s food and beer along the way!
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Sublime San Juan Islands
Well, well, this wellness action plan takes you to the San Juan Islands! Easily reached by ferry yet worlds away in tranquility and unique adventures, this Washington State jewel of the Salish Sea nurtures through nature.
View Ahh-some Bay Area Hikes
Your brain on a hike is a better brain! It's true: Getting outdoors is proving to be one of the best ways to de-stress and calm a racing mind, as you're combining some exercise (endorphins!) with nature’s soothing surroundings (relaxation!). So here are some ahh-some hikes to get you started.
VIEWSpring into Summer: Your Outdoors Plan
Cool weather be damned, summer's knocking. From camping and hike-in beaches, to classic bike rides and waterfalls, spring into summer with these outdoor adventures!
VIEWSpring It On!
Need an excuse to cut out of work early and call it a weekend? Say you've got a fever ... spring fever! Here are a few hikes and bike rides that are at their prime, giving you a reason to spring into the weekend!
VIEWFabulous Spring Hikes
Some hikes just hit their stride in spring. These three North Bay gems have heaps of wildflowers and views that stretch from wine country to the Pacific. Spring into action!
VIEWHike, Bike, and Beer!
One of spring's best destinations is much closer than you might imagine. Set in the shadow of Mount Diablo, Concord and the surrounding area is home to colorful spring hikes, waterside bike trails, and plenty of craft brew pubs. Time to hit the trails, and the ales!
VIEWYosemite Waterfalls Galore!
The waterfalls are raging, the wildflowers are popping, and the snow-capped granite scenery is epic! This spring, make your way to Yosemite by way of charming Mariposa. Hit the trails to see supercharged waterfalls, or bike around the valley floor, stopping at highlights along the way. Just get to Yosemite!
VIEWDon't Pass Over These Hikes!
What's more fun than a Cadbury Creme Egg? How about eye candy on trails? Here are some great Bay Area outdoor adventures in colorful spring bloom right now. Hop to it!
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The 2025 Hiking Calendar Is Here!
Ready to make hiking part of your New Year’s wellness plan? Get the all-new 2025 Hiking Calendar courtesy of Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST).
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