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Waterfalls for Right Now!
Rain, rain, oh waterfall rain! Grab your jacket and hit the trails this weekend. It's a great time to go with the flow!
VIEWMountain Town With the Most
They say that Mt. Bachelor just outside of Bend, Oregon, is a volcano. But we could swear it's a magnet, attracting outdoor enthusiasts from all across the West. The glorious mountain town of Bend offers every kind of adventure in winter: ski, hike, snowshoe, river surf (!) .... And with 24 craft breweries, your thirst for more adventure is easily quenched.
VIEWSan Francisco's Colorful Outdoors
Ready for a radiant year? From a hike to an urban wander and a historic gem in Golden Gate Park, these colorful San Francisco adventures will have you looking on the bright side this 2018.
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ViewSummit Hikes for the New Year
Out with the old, in with the New Year: Start things off with a fresh perspective by taking a hike to any (or all) of these South Bay heights. 2018 is looking up!
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Views on High
Winter really is the best time of year to get out on the trail and climb up to a view. And we're loaded with great options in the Bay Area. Shelve the winter blues and bag one of these peaks with a view!
VIEWTop 10 Adventures of 2017
A wise man once said looking back is looking forward. Actually, we just made that up. But we do enjoy looking back at some of your favorite adventures from 2017. Here's to getting outside even more in 2018!
VIEWEasy Peasy Holiday Bike Rides
The holidays are rolling, so roll with them! Whether you prefer wine country, Point Reyes, or the Saratoga foothills, we have some scenic bike rides for all to enjoy. Jingle all the way!
VIEWDeck the Trails
One of the best gifts we could ever get? Open space! And thanks to so many fantastic organizations throughout the Bay Area, we have a lot of it to enjoy. Here are three loop hikes in open spaces that’ll make your day merry and your scenery bright. Bonus: They’re all dog-friendly!
VIEWOh, Santa!
Oh, Santa ... Rosa! Want to support the North Bay after October’s devastating wildfires? Get up there and visit! Whether it’s going on a hike, visiting a winery, or picking up your Christmas tree, we have a few ways to celebrate the season in Santa Rosa!
VIEW6 Thanksgiving Walks in the Bay Area
Put down the pumpkin pie… okay, just one more slice. Now, grab a fleece and take a walk! Whether it’s with the whole family or getting some headspace of your own, we’ve got six walks in the Bay Area to ease into the weekend.
VIEWNew To You
A new peak to bag, a crab feast after a coastal hike, and a better way to spend Black Friday, by seeing redwoods ... here are three ways to liven up your adventure list for the next few weeks. Certified fresh!
VIEWEasy in Mendocino
Shorter days, crisper air, and the ocean’s moodier side … from headland hiking and whale watching to hidden beaches and a stunning lighthouse, here are three ways to explore, relax, and max out on gorgeous coastal scenery in a few of Mendocino’s state parks.
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ViewNo Stress November
It happens. Holidays kick in and stress would like to RSVP to the party. Clear your head and stretch your legs on these easy adventures.
VIEWHoliday Hikes
Deck the halls? How about deck the trails! Whether you're hankering to bag a peak or just want to watch for whales on a Pacific hugging stroll, here are some holly-jolly adventures for you. Ho ho hike!
VIEWRedwood Reunion
Seeing the devastation of the North Bay fires, we're reminded that it's all too easy to take for granted some of the amazing natural beauty we have in the Bay Area. These three South Bay hikes through redwoods are worth appreciating right now.
VIEWFinding Fall
Northern California is a truly special place. And no wildfire can take that away. Find fall in all its colorful glory and crispness on these hikes, bike rides, and paddles.
VIEWHaunting Hikes
It’s the Halloween season. From mystery walls to haunted woods and hidden tombstones, we’ve scared up some Bay Area hikes to put you in the spirit. Who ghosts there?!
VIEWFall For These Views
Feel like you need a fresh perspective? Hiking's always good for that, especially when you're treated to sweeping vistas. Fall for some good views that include our iconic bridges, too, on these three East Bay ramblers.
VIEWAhh-tumn Redwoods
There's only one place where you can see the world's tallest trees ... and we're lucky enough to live just a few hours from it! This fall, motor up to the epic redwoods, wildlife, and spectacular rugged coastline of Humboldt County … we guarantee you an awe-struck weekend. Here's a plan!
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NEW! Walkin' and Talkin': Break Bread, Go On a Panoramic Hike
What’s a world-traveling, medal-winning baker’s favorite local hike? Weekend Sherpa co-founder Brad Day caught up with Mike Zakowski (aka Mike the Baker) at Sonoma’s Friday farmers' market, where his wood-fired loaves draw loyal crowds. Between bites of fresh-baked bread, they talk baking, travel, and why Sonoma's Overlook Trail is one of his favorite quick, panoramic hikes.
ViewHidden Botanical Garden
Forget a dozen roses. Give your love a botanical garden. Hidden on the western slope of Sonoma Valley’s Mayacamas Mountains, Sonoma Botanical Garden has one of the Bay Area’s best displays of Asian flora—and it’s a brilliant place for a quiet picnic and some calming contemplations.
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Sunnyvale and Salty
For up-close bird watching, it’s hard to beat a walk along the San Francisco Bay. This 5-mile loop on the Sunnyvale coast is a favorite of local wildlife photographers.
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Dragon Quest
The newly reopened, 4-mile out-and-back hike at Dragon Mountain in Milpitas mixes the physical with the spiritual for a serene hiking experience.
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You Go, Curl!
Hollywood Curling’s Learn to Curl classes make the perfect setting for newcomers. Take the ice, and friendly curling instructors will teach you the basics.
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Fall for These Falls
Chase waterfalls in Redding’s Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. This 42,000 acres of wilderness park is home to four waterfalls. Hike to the tallest, the three-tiered, 220-foot Whiskeytown Falls.
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Oh Snow Nice
Live in California long enough, and you’ll come to know the rite of passage called “going to the snow”–when we ditch our fair-weather cities and towns in search of winter weather. Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks deliver a winter wonderland worth a visit if there’s been a good dose of snow.
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