Bay Area Overview > The Peaks > Mount Saint Helena
At 4,341 feet in elevation, Mount Saint Helena in the Mayacamas mountains is the tallest peak in the Bay Area Six-Pack, and one of the few mountains in the Bay Area to actually receive snowfall in the winter.
Mount Saint Helena Basics
- Summit elevation: 4,341′ (1,323 m)
- Vertical gain: 2,119′
- Hiking mileage: 10.7 miles
- Trailhead Location: Robert Louis Stevenson State Park
Hiking Mount Saint Helena from Robert Louis Stevenson State Park
Trail Guides
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Latest Mount Saint Helena Trip Reports
Is walking hiking?
This hike provides great views at the peak. However, if you are looking for a tree covered green tunnel of goodness, tis hike is lacking.
Blown Away
Cold and windy! We spent almost no time on the summit because of the bitter wind. The view was spectacular from the top and the
Mount Saint Helena
Very cold and windy at the top, otherwise sunny and clear enough to see snow capped mountains in the distance.
Mt. Saint Helena
Started out about 7:30am to get the first challenge completed. Weather was a chilling 34 deg with a slight breeze. Nice sunny day for a
Mount Saint Helena
We started at 8 a.m. and hiked to the North peak. The first 1.4 miles are a bit technical and steep, the rest of the
The Bay Area Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge
This hike is part of the San Francisco Bay Area Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge, a series of challenging hikes up six, diverse and scenic Bay Area mountains. Sign-up to take the challenge today!
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