Near Monument Peak Loop via BART
Aqua Caliente Trail - Ed Levin Park
Near Monument Peak Loop via BART
South Bay with smoke
Near Monument Peak Loop via BART
Creek crossing
Near Monument Peak Loop via BART
The road is a moderate climb with several switchbacks. Without almost no trees, it offers great Bay Area views: I could see from SJ to SF. It's also exposed to the sun, especially after noon.
Near Monument Peak Loop via BART
Aqua Caliente Trail - Ed Levin Park.

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Monument Peak Loop via BART

3.0 (2 Ratings)
Loop around Monument Peak with great views of the Bay Area.
6.1
mi
Distance
1,695
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingRiver/CreekViewsWildlife

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Flatter
Steeper
6.14mi
Distance
1,695ft
Elevation Gain
1,695ft
Elevation Loss
55%
Max Grade
2,533ft
High Point
974ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
You can start anywhere on the loop trail. It will bring you in a circle around Monument Peak. This trail is partially doubletrack and partially singletrack. Some parts are fairly steep but manageable for every hiker that is comfortable on blue/black trails. At the top make sure to stop at Monument Peak to soak in the views.

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July 08, 2018
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