Whether you’re looking for a walk in the park or a challenge, your holiday weekend won’t be without adventure.

Marked with blue signs, the Bay Area Ridge Trail takes in stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge from the Marin Headlands; ...

From public art installations and panoramic summits to beachside strolls and birdwatching, the Bay’s islands offer abundant ...

While Bay Area hikers may be excited to see many forms of wildlife, they’ll want to avoid the Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, ...

Mount Tam wasn’t the only Marin park to be recognized. China Camp State Park earned an honorable mention for best picnic spot ...

Just a short drive from San Francisco, this charming town boasts playful green spaces, hiking trails, and upscale eateries, ...

It’s become a quirk that shows up on a variety of Bay Area hikes. California State Parks has a few, including a pair of abandoned vehicles found at Castle Rock State Park in the Santa Cruz ...

(Kate Bradshaw/Bay Area News ... the public for hiking and other recreation. Some parts of the island can be reached by kayak, but you needn’t get your feet wet for this trail.