Mount Tamalpais
About this peak
Mount Tamalpais (2,572 feet) is the signature peak of Marin County, topped by a fire lookout on its East Peak. The recommended Six-Pack route is a big loop from Stinson Beach via the Dipsea, Steep Ravine, Old Stage Road, and Matt Davis trails, about 15 miles with roughly 3,200 feet of vertical gain. It makes a good summer hike because you can start in cool coastal fog, but note that the Steep Ravine ladder is slick when damp.
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Hazards
The ladder in Steep Ravine can be slick when damp, and water runs across the Matt Davis Trail for days after rain. Old Stage Road is shared with mountain bikers. Panoramic Highway is narrow and windy, so watch for cars at the Pantoll Campground crossing. At about 15 miles and 5 to 7 hours, bring plenty of water and layers for coastal fog and wind.
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