POINT PINOLE LOOP +

POINT PINOLE LOOP +

Hike Date:  Saturday, June 28, 2025

Leader:  Robert H!ckey

Leader Email:  robert3327@gmail.com

Leader Phone:  510.813.3406

Hike Rating:  Level-2

Hike Mileage:  5.0 miles (below, there is a longer option).

Elevation Gain:  ~200'

Description:  I did this hike almost a year ago (7/13/24).  Point Pinole is a designated state historic landmark, offering scenic trails leading through marshlands, eucalyptus woods and beaches on San Pablo Bay.  Along the bay trails are spectacular views of Mt Tamalpais and the Marin shoreline.  This hike is a favorite of mine because the park is fairly undeveloped and relatively unknown.  I especially appreciate the quiet and serene views along the San Pablo Bay.  Halfway through we'll explore the Point Pinole Pier, and later have lunch at the end of our hike near where we started.

Bring / Wear:  Bring water, hiking boots or comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen, and lunch.

Rain Policy:  Hike will be cancelled if rain.

Dogs:  Woof, yes!  

Are you up for the hike?  If so, here are the meeting options...

• SF Carpooling Location:  Whole Foods (map) @ 2001 Market Street.  Meet on the Dolores Street side.  There's parking on the street or below the building.

SF Meeting Time:  8:55 AM  (don't miss the hike, arrive early).

• East Bay Carpooling Location:  Rockridge BART station (map).  Meet at the bottom of the escalators.  There's free and ample parking.

East Bay Meeting Time:  9:05 AM  (don't miss the hike, arrive early).

NOTE:  Please only show up at Whole Foods or the Rockridge BART station if you have arranged a ride ahead of time (see Carpool Fees below).

• TRAILHEAD MEETING LOCATION:  You can also meet us where we will begin the hike, at the Giant Highway Staging Area (map) next to the West County Detention Facility.  There are two (2) entrances to the park, make sure that you are at the correct location (...you want the Southern entrance, you don't want Atlas Road).

Trailhead Meeting Time:  9:30 AM  (don't miss the hike, arrive early).

Total Driving Distance (round trip): 

  48 miles (SF)

  38 miles (Rockridge BART)

Carpool Fees (per passenger): 

  $8* (SF)

  $5 (Rockridge BART)

*Includes bridge toll.

NOTE:  I'll reach out to those registered who have indicated that they need a ride or can take passengers.  If you want to contact me for whatever reason, please do so before Friday @ 3:00 PM the day before the hike.  Also, if you are not a member you can:  1) Become a member by clicking on [Join] above and then register for the hike or 2) contact me so that I know that you would like to be part of the hike.