Near Big Rock Trail
Big Rock
Near Big Rock Trail
Looking South — San Francisco in the Distance
Near Big Rock Trail
Buck's Bypass (stay right)
Near Big Rock Trail
Heading East
Near Big Rock Trail
Cattle Gate (summit in the distance)

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Big Rock Trail

4.5 (2 Ratings)
A steady climb for Bay Area views from the Wine Country to the Golden Gate.
3.4
mi
Distance
1,253
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.36mi
Distance
1,253ft
Elevation Gain
56ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
1,834ft
High Point
633ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The first half mile of the trail is in full sun before you hit the woods for the next 0.7 miles on a steady, not unpleasant climb. After the first 2.5 miles, the trail steepens and widens. At 3.1 miles, stay to the right and take Buck's Bypass to join the Big Rock Ridge Fire Road or call it a day, take a look around you at the beautiful views in all directions and head back to your car.

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Contributors
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