Near Kirby Cove Road
San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge
Near Kirby Cove Road
Golden light on the golden gate
Near Kirby Cove Road
Fog rolling in on the Kirby Cove Trail.
Near Kirby Cove Road
Looking out over the coast.
Near Kirby Cove Road
Kirby Cove

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Hike Trail

Kirby Cove Road

4.4 (5 Ratings)
From the top to the beach, if it's foggy, you disappear, if clear, enjoy the views from this path!
1
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlySwimmingViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.99mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
400ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
428ft
High Point
23ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
As you descend, the water that seems so far away at the start becomes more and more inviting. This trail is a steady descent along the coast line. The path is easy going most of the way, and near the bottom you become surrounded by trees right up to the campgrounds. Plan on taking a while to complete the return journey up and out though.

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Contributors
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