However, some of these ravines also show activity in the warmest time of year, in the form of recurring slope lineae (RSL) dark, narrow flows in some alcoves that flow part way down the channels. Print out the Tamalpais State Park Map before hitting the trail.Ravines (or very large gullies) are actively forming on Mars during the coldest times of year, when carbon dioxide frost aids mass wasting. Once on the Dipsea, take the trail the remaining mileage back to the parking lot. Continue on Steep Ravine until you reach the Dipsea at approximately 6 miles in. When you reach the top of the ladder on Steep Ravine, stop and get your obligatory photo opp in. Keep an eye out for traffic! Once you see the sign for the Steep Ravine Trail (downhill to your right before crossing Pantoll Rd or Deer Park Fire Rd), start your descent along the canyon wall. Stay on the Matt Davis trail, and head to the clearing, where you can enjoy ocean views, sights of Marin and SF.Īs you exit the grassland, you'll cross over the Panoramic Highway, reaching the Pantoll Campground. The trek upward may feel like it never ends, but just at ~2.5 miles, you'll receive a little reprieve. Starting from the Stinson Beach Trailhead behind the fire station, you will cross over an old, wooden bridge and begin the ascent up the Matt Davis Trail.

This 6+ mile loop offers up waterfalls, dense forests, redwoods, and open grasslands overlooking the pacific. These trails offer not only expansive ocean views, but a variety of topography and environments. This loop is made up of three of the most popular Marin trails and for good reason.

Reyes, the Pacific Ocean, waterfalls, and wildflowers. Tamalpais covering two of the most famous bay area trails: Dipsea and Steep Ravine.

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