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Hike Trail

Bayview

3.5 (2 Ratings)
A favorite trail for enjoying spring wildflowers.
3.3
mi
Distance
193
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.28mi
Distance
193ft
Elevation Gain
772ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
815ft
High Point
103ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Starting from the !Sky Trailhead, the Bayview trail initially closely parallels Limantour Road screened by thick vegetation. After passing the Laguna trail to the south, the Bayview trail crosses Limantour Road to arrive at the parking lot that serves the southern part of Inverness Ridge trail. From here, the Bayview Trail begins in earnest, first contouring around a hilltop as it gradually loses elevation. Marvel at the fleeting views of !Inverness Ridge and the results of the 1995 Mount Vision fire. Bishop pines are reclaiming this area, growing densely and obscuring the views. Travel a gentle grade down the ridgeline until a steeper section through a hairpin switchback brings you down to the valley floor. Drakes View Trail enters from the north and Bayview Trail follows the creek and eventually crosses it on a skinny bridge. Continue along the base of a hillside until the trail ends at a T-intersection with Muddy Hollow Road. Note: bikes are not allowed on this trail.

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Contributors
Megan W