Angel Island Hike and Beach in San Francisco Bay

Angel Island Re-opens

When it comes to iconic Bay Area scenery, there’s something quite heavenly about Angel Island. The state park smack in the middle of San Francisco Bay recently re-opened with ferry service that has to be reserved in advance; so get your ticket to explore everything from a peak hike to one of the bay’s best panoramas, to a secret beach that’s ideal for kicking back to views of the San Francisco skyline and the Golden Gate.

Week: 07.08.2020
Regions: Northern CA

Secret Beach

Hidden Perles Beach on Angel Island in San Francisco Bay

Perles Beach Angel Island San Francisco Bay
A hidden beach and a killer view? Those are hard to come by, but that’s exactly what you’ll get at Perles Beach on Angel Island. Bike or hike to this beautiful pocket cove.
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All Roads Lead to Rogue

Rogue Valley Road Trip in Southern Oregon

Hobart Bluff Rogue Valley Oregon Road Trip
Hobart Bluff hike
Idea for your next road trip: Go Rogue! The Rogue Valley in beautiful Southern Oregon has some of the state’s best hiking, swim holes, and wineries, and the charming historic towns of Ashland, Medford, and Jacksonville.
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Good Heavens

Hike to the Top of Angel Island's Mount Livermore

Hike top Angel Island Mount Livermore San Francisco Bay
The 4-mile hike to the top of Angel Island offers Bay-mazing scenery. Some people claim you get a five-bridge view: Richmond-San Rafael, Bay, Golden Gate, San Mateo-Hayward, and Dumbarton bridges.
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Cycle the Circumference

Bicycle Angel Island's Perimeter Road with a Break at Perles Beach

Bicycle Angel Island Perimeter Road San Francisco Bay
A bicycle is a fantastic way to take in the 360-degree panoramas you get on Angel Island. The straightforward Perimeter Road is a car-free route that circumnavigates the island. Stop along the way at a hidden beach.
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