Bay Area Overview > The Peaks > Â 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
Highest Peak in the Bay Area
Wonderful day hiking to the north peak of Mount Saint Helena. Got a late start so had to deal with sun but it wasn’t too
Not your usual trip to wine country-On top of Napa Valley
The trail is in great condition. Little to none fellow hikers. Majority of the trail is exposed to sun, with little islands of small shade
The Most Beautiful Fire Road
This hike was easy, even when considering the four peaks before it. After the first mile of steepish trail you have 4 miles of exposed
Helena in the Heat
When the weather is good in July, it is gonna be hot. Probably close to 90, but clear skies and therefore great views. Hiked from
Mt Saint Helena on a hot day
This was an okay hike. Â It got pretty hot once I started just before 9am. Â Most of it is unshaded up to the top. Â It’s
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!Â
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