Easy hikes – Measureless Days

The Hills Are Alive

We have been busy since school began last month, but we still manage to get in at least one quick hike on the weekends. Here are three hilly hikes that we have enjoyed in Walnut Creek and Alamo. The hills here change with the seasons. In the winter and spring, these hikes are green, andContinue reading “The Hills Are Alive”

Rock N’ Walk

If you ever tire of the traditional trails through the forests and hills in the Bay Area, there are some really fun rocks and boulders to climb and explore! Here are three hikes that take us to some favorite rock parks and areas. Be prepared for very little shade on any of these hikes. PackContinue reading “Rock N’ Walk”

Seeing Sutro

There are so many places to hike and things to see in San Francisco. These three hikes are in and near Mount Sutro, the geographical center of the city. Mount Davidson and Stair Loop Mount Davidson is the highest point in San Francisco, and it’s just south of Mount Sutro. This approximately 3 mile loopContinue reading “Seeing Sutro”

Lake Loops

Here are three easy loop hikes around water – listed here from shortest to longest. The kids like these because they can really see how far we’ve come, and how far we have to go! Oakland: Lake Temescal Lake Temescal is a recreation area that is part of the East Bay Regional Park District, andContinue reading “Lake Loops”

More Than Just A Walk

These three hikes in the East Bay are a notch above easy walks. They are all 3 miles or less, and they will get the whole family out of the house for a little exercise and fresh air. Lafayette/Walnut Creek – Acalanes Ridge South If you ever drive north on 680 through Walnut Creek, you’veContinue reading “More Than Just A Walk”

Let’s Talk Tilden

Tilden Regional Park is a wonderful spot that spans the Oakland/Berkeley/Orinda area. It has a variety of facilities and attractions: the Steam Train, Little Farm, and the Merry-Go-Round are family favorites. At the moment, though, the Park has closed all park activities, except hiking and biking, due to COVID-19. Here are three easy hikes inContinue reading “Let’s Talk Tilden”

Taking the Easy Road

Some days, we just want to take a walk. Here are three spots that are mostly flat, have views that you can only find in the Bay Area, and are nice for everyone to enjoy. Berkeley Marina: Dorothy Stegmann Trail around Cesar Chavez Park This is an approximately 1.25 mile paved loop around the perimeterContinue reading “Taking the Easy Road”