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
Winterland of Helena
What a beautiful hike after the first snow fall winter. I had 3 layers. It was cold but warm enough when I kept moving. It
Mt. Saint Helena-lapalooza
A beautiful day with fellow hikers, followed by wine tasting and uber delicious fare at Yeti (Indian/Nepalese) in Glen Ellen. 10.8 miles with 2,195
Mt St Helena
This was a wonderful way to cap off our 6-hike challenge. We drive out to Santa Rosa and stayed in an AirBNB the night before.
Saint Helena of Troy
Beautiful day and views all the way to the top. Somehow wandered off the trail near the bottom and bushwacked down some steep slopes, but
Wine Country Cardio
I previously logged this hike but it displayed as “Umunhum” and I was unable to edit it.
Helena
Saved the easiest for last. Wanted to do it in snow, but didn't happen. Nice easy stroll up fireroad with pleasant view at end.
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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