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Hiking Near Sleepy Hollow, California

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Rocky Ridge and Alpine Lake

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Rocky Ridge and Alpine Lake

Birding
moderate
4.73 mi
+1,014 ft
Deer Island Open Space Preserve

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Deer Island Open Space Preserve

Dogs Allowed
easy
1.52 mi
+261 ft
Ring Mountain Loop

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Ring Mountain Loop

Views
moderate
2.76 mi
+583 ft
Mt. Burdell Preserve Loop

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Mt. Burdell Preserve Loop

Birding
moderate
4.98 mi
+1,199 ft
Panoramic Loop

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Panoramic Loop

Views
moderate
4.52 mi
+1,064 ft
Hillside Loop

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Hillside Loop

Birding
easy
2.35 mi
+199 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Mt Tamalpais via as Many Stairs as Possible (via Dipsea Stairs & Muir Woods)

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Mt Tamalpais via as Many Stairs as Possible (via Dipsea Stairs & Muir Woods)

Views
extreme
12.97 mi
+3,244 ft
Dipsea Trail and Ben Johnson Loop

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Dipsea Trail and Ben Johnson Loop

Views
strenuous
10.79 mi
+3,158 ft
Mount Tamalpais East Peak via Stinson Beach

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Mount Tamalpais East Peak via Stinson Beach

Views
strenuous
13.19 mi
+2,703 ft
Palomarin to Bear Valley

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Palomarin to Bear Valley

Lake
strenuous
12.27 mi
+1,817 ft
Alamere Falls via Coast Trail from Palomarin Trailhead

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Alamere Falls via Coast Trail from Palomarin Trailhead

Birding
strenuous
13.69 mi
+1,802 ft
Mount Wittenberg and Bear Valley Loop

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Mount Wittenberg and Bear Valley Loop

Birding
moderate
13.81 mi
+1,946 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Terra Linda Fire Road + 680 Trail Hike

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Terra Linda Fire Road + 680 Trail Hike

Dogs Allowed
moderate
6.24 mi
+1,376 ft
Big Rock Trail

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Big Rock Trail

Views
moderate
5.11 mi
+926 ft
Loma Alta

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Loma Alta

Views
moderate
5.28 mi
+1,116 ft
Novato Hill Climb

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Novato Hill Climb

Views
strenuous
6.57 mi
+2,270 ft
Phoenix Lake Loop

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Phoenix Lake Loop

Lake
moderate
5.95 mi
+1,302 ft
China Camp State Park Loop

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China Camp State Park Loop

Birding
moderate
8.4 mi
+861 ft