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    Pinole Creek Trail

    4.2 (9 reviews)

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    Pinole Creek empties into the bay
    Terry T.

    Since the first recorded flood in 1862, Pinole Creek had periodically flood downtown Pinole. In 1965, the Army Corps of Engineers responded by installing a flood control project on the creek. Their handy work can be seen on each side of San Pablo Ave. This 10 mile creek runs all year and is free flowing after it goes under San Pablo Ave.; the trail is a delightful place to walk. The first section is just a few blocks. The second section is about 1/2 mile and goes from San Pablo Ave to the bay where it connects with the Bay Trail. Both sections are flat and easy to walk. The vegetation is vastly different, the upper portion is tree lined, and the lower section is more barren, but it is more popular. It passes the park, and goes under the historic wooden railroad trestle that trains still rumble over. I see joggers, old folks, young people, dog walkers, and people with baby strollers. There is even a person on horseback who rides here. Steelhead and rainbow trout swim upstream, and I did see an egret catch a fish that just might have been a trout. There are also little birds, ducks, grebes, coots, and abandon cats. The trail ends at the railroad tracks at the bay. After passing under the railroad bridge the creek then empties into the bay.

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    Love bringing the dogs here and running them off leash at different points. Always a great day here.

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    Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline - Happy Saturday

    Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline

    4.3(22 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    After hiking over the Carquinez Bridge we drive 1 mile to Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline…read more There is a 9 spot Free parking lot Bull Valley staging area, I didn't bother checking out cuz it looked full, instead continued on the road that leads down by Eckley Pier had 29 parking spots, Free parking. We walked to the Pier, they have 1 pit toilet we used. Had tp and hand sanitizer. Lots of folks fishing at the pier around 1pm. I asked one guy catch anything he said No. Then we hiked Bull Valley Trail, Carquinez Overlook Loop and back to car. About 2.02 miles. Nice views and about 4 benches I saw and 2 picnic tables at a view point.

    I'm always looking for places to get my steps in, but to keep it interesting, I like to discover…read morepaths and trails that I had not trod before. I get bored easily. What can I say? Over the past year, I've been walking my way along San Pablo Bay first around Point Pinole and most recently the San Pablo Bay Regional Trail from Richmond to Rodeo. I've made my way eastward and found this area between Martinez and Port Costa. The centerpiece is the fully paved, car-free George Miller Trail. It winds its way along the hills that hug the coast of the Carquinez Strait. The bicyclists sped by but not that many, and foot traffic was fairly minimal. The views were quite pleasant with Benicia and the Benicia-Martinez Bridge in constant view. I walked further on Carquinez Scenic Drive, a real road but remote and quiet, in order to get to Port Costa. There was a nice short-cut through some pastoral hills where a cow or two would occasionally show up on the path. Definitely worth finding your way here. RELATED - Up for a hike? Here's a collection of trails I've walked and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2OrC8nU

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    Cataract Falls Trail - 1.10.26

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    I had forgotten just how gorgeous this hike is--the scenery is incredible the entire way. Be…read moreprepared for a steady climb through most of the route, with plenty of wooden stairs, gnarly roots, and rock steps, but the stunning views make every bit of effort worth it. There are many great spots to stop for photos, take a break, or enjoy a picnic--we did all three. Thanks to the recent rain, there was still plenty of water flowing, which made the trail even more beautiful. The picnic area at Laurel Dell is especially serene, with a babbling brook nearby. There's even an outhouse, which is always a welcome sight. I actually found climbing up much easier than descending as one has to really pay attention to their footing. We were happy seeing Alpine Lake again knowing we were close to end of hike.

    Went here with a friend and her dog and had such a great time. Such a beautiful, peaceful hike and…read moredefinitely one of my favorites on Mount Tam. The drive in was beautiful too, the views of Alpine Lake along the way made the whole trip feel extra special before we even got to the trail. Be prepared for a lot of stairs, so it can definitely get your legs working, but the waterfalls make it completely worth it. Hearing the water and being surrounded by all the greenery made the whole hike feel so calm and relaxing. The views throughout the hike are gorgeous, and it's such a nice escape if you're looking for something peaceful and scenic. Definitely recommend checking out Cataract Falls if you're up for a little workout with a really rewarding payoff. Definitely will be coming back :)

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    Mori Point - Mori Point

    Mori Point

    4.7(328 reviews)
    28.9 mi

    I am so glad I gave up other SF plans to explore, hike, discover Mori Point, ( Pacifica) . Mori…read morePoint is a 110-acre park with scenic ocean views, stunning coastal bluffs, historic points, and even wildflower blooms. This is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Mori Point itself is a bluff next to the Pacific Ocean that provides scenic views of the coastline. OMG, first time ever hiking while visiting SF, which we normally just eat. drink. & continue, repeat again but this experience was WOW!! Besides the view, I was so happy to get to catch some of the wildflower blooms. perfect time to visit is during Spring for the blooms. My heart is full, thank you for these moments. Mori Point is sure a hidden Gem, @ Pacifica! Wear your comfortable shoes and go explore the wonderful outdoors, "The best things in life are free" !

    Mori Point is absolutely amazing on a clear warm day...which is not that common in Pacifica. Hence…read morethe missing star... Not to mention the arduous task of dealing with parking when one does stumble upon that perfect day. I would still bring a light jacket if you think you will still be here around sunset. The coastal breeze brings a nice chill in the evening no matter how warm the day is. The hiking trail is not hard at all, perhaps a bit challenging for some older folks or someone very out of shape. "Located on a promontory just south of the city of Pacifica, the 110 acres of Mori Point are one of the newest additions to the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. High up above the cold waves, the site boasts sweeping views from Point Reyes all the way to Pedro Point. It protrudes several hundred feet out into the Pacific and is plainly visible from any high point in the City of Pacifica." - https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/moripoint.htm I feel like a cheat; cut and paste...lol. Then again, I didn't know all this information about Mori Point. I didn't pay attention and actually thouth it was called Maori point and was somehow related to the Maori folks from the land of the long white cloud (aka New Zealand). "Restoration activities have helped the area recover from invasive species infestation and centuries of use by humans. In the 1700s, the Spanish mined a nearby limestone quarry to supply whitewash for San Francisco's Presidio buildings. An Italian immigrant, Stefano Mori, purchased 19 acres of farmland here in 1888. Mori built a guesthouse/restaurant, the Mori Point Inn, which developed a notorious reputation during the Prohibition days and was operated by the family until the 1940s. Mori Point was a site of gravel and sand extraction during World War II; quarrying and later off-road vehicle use left the landscape scarred. In 2000, with the help of the Pacifica Land Trust, the Coastal Conservancy, and concerned community members, Mori Point was purchased by the Trust for Public Land and added to the Golden Gate National Parks." - https://www.parksconservancy.org/parks/mori-point History "For nearly a century, Mori Point served as a haven for settlers, travelers, boot-leggers and diners. Today, after a generation of development battles, this spectacular place serves as a haven for walkers and wildlife and is a link to national parklands on Sweeney Ridge and Milagra Ridge along the San Mateo coast." - https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/moripoint.htm " * The terrain here is varied; walks around Mori Point range from a level and easy 0.5-mile stroll to a steep and challenging 1.5-mile hike. * Beautiful wildflower blooms are at their peak in the springtime, with the most flowers usually present in April and May. * Parking is available on Mori Point Road or Bradford Way. * Walk to the tip of the promontory for stunning views; it's quite windy on the bluffs so dress accordingly. * Stroll down to Laguna Salada and listen for the croaking of the red-legged frog. * Walk barefoot on the black sands of Sharp Park Beach. * During WWII, workers used a pulley system of long cables attached to cement anchors to pull buckets of sand ashore. Several of these crumbling blocks remain on the western hillside." ~ "Tips and Highlights" - https://www.parksconservancy.org/parks/mori-point Wish I had read this before. Some good tips and helpful information

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