Suggestions for Hiking Trail near Oakland

Brian S. • October 13, 2015Gorgeous flat lawn open space bordered by redwoods, oaks, and BBQ grills. Fantastic play structure. Reserve a table ahead of time. Maybe the best place to have a kid's Birthday in the East Bay.

Liz M. • April 15, 2016Take the West Ridge Trail down and the Stream trail back up for an easier uphill hike of about 2 miles.

KillerStella • June 6, 2014Favorite trails for hiking are the French Trail and the Golden Spike Trail.

Gusto L. • March 23, 2014I love this trail!

Danielle H. • December 7, 2016A nice hiking trail and seems to be dog friendly. There are a couple of uphill spots but overall not too bad and the views are beautiful!

Libby L. • January 19, 2015Lovely hiking trails, not too hilly

cnelson ︻. • December 13, 2015Super Intense hike but the view from the top is worth it!

Dayn W. • January 18, 2014Great trail runs with peeks of the bay and occasional eucalyptus groves.

Sam🐨 L. • September 14, 2014Popular place for off-leash dog hiking. Watch out for huge piles of horse manure on the trails

Brian S. • March 31, 2016Beautiful views and the heart of JMP. #MTB this is the main artery through which many of the best loops connect.

David R. • March 20, 2017Beautiful hikes through redwood forests. Lots of trails! Moon gate entrance is less trafficked and has more parking availability.

Nico P. • April 9, 2017"hidden gem in Oakland, tucked in a steep canyon dense with vegetation... a lush redwood forest along a rocky creek and a dry California landscape. Park at Leona Lodge, 4444 Mountain Blvd."

Mz A. • April 29, 2012Venture up the trail and check out the swing with the kids.

Richard H. • October 25, 2012You can let your dogs off leash on the upper serpentine trail.

Jojo L. • July 11, 2011Reserve a spot for $80, or come at 9am and squat an unreserved spot.

Brian S. • April 15, 2016#mtb The extremely root-filled fall line path that was always a fun challenge is still rideable despite attempts at a reroute.

Xander H. • June 18, 2011If you're biking, be on the lookout for broken clam shells on the trail (tire shredders) and suicidal ground squirrels that dive head-first under your tires. Also, the rangers are really nice.

Melody • May 15, 2010Run, walk, play on the beaches... whatever. It's always a gorgeous view of San Fran and the bay.

Patrick R. • June 1, 2012This park is a hidden gem - great pool & kids' playground

HuShy A. • January 26, 2014The weather today was perfect !!! Loved the path. Amazing view !!!

SF Weekly • May 25, 2011SF Weekly’s Best Of 2011 Winner – Editorial Pick – BEST PLACE TO RUN7.3 mi. trail offers dirt terrain, steep hills, & views of UC Berkeley's Campanile, Golden Gate Bridge, & Mount Tamalpais...

Amanda M. • September 28, 2015Beautiful open trails! Awesome for the dogs.

Anna L. • February 26, 2017After the storms, they're currently closed to fix the trail. But, there is another route that has some pretty steep hills! Worth the trip anyways