Near Orchard Trail Loop
Heading down toward the Oakwood Valley.

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Orchard Trail Loop

2.8 (4 Ratings)
Hop on this loop to rapidly ascend to Alta Trail for sweeping views across Sausalito to Tiburon.
1.9
mi
Distance
494
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Flatter
Steeper
1.95mi
Distance
494ft
Elevation Gain
494ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
511ft
High Point
28ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Park below the trailhead on Eureka or Cole at this easy to find trail loop near Highway 101 in Marin City. There is a brief but steep ascent on Orchard Fire Road up to the Alta Trail. Turn right and follow Alta Trail to Pacheco Fire Road Trail to take you back down to Eureka Ave. Turn right at Eureka to complete the loop. Trees need to be cleared, otherwise a wide open fire road.

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