The Top 5 Attractions in Loma Alta Open Space Preserve
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Loma Alta Open Space Preserve. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Loma Alta Open Space Preserve is a region where 5
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: December 15, 2025
White Hill β Old Railroad Grade upper trailhead, Loma Alta
Highlight β’ Trail
To avoid the traffic when riding up (or down) White Hill, the highest elevation along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard from Fairfax, the old railroad grade is a more gradual, mostly smooth gravel trail alternative.
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Fairfax Falls π
Highlight β’ Waterfall
Best appreciated after winter rainfall, this waterfall is right along Old White Hill Grade trail. If surprised by a shower the massive pipe channeling the usually small trickle of water β¦
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Old Railroad Grade Trail
Highlight (Segment) β’ Trail
At 1592 feet, Loma Alta is one of the highest points in Marin. For a less strenuous excursion, from the lower Loma Alta Open Space Preserve entrance on the Fairfax β¦
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White Hill Trailhead
Highlight β’ Trail
White Hill Trail crosses under Brown Bridge and then climbs steeply to link Loma Alta Preserve ( marincountyparks.org/parkspreserves/preserves/loma-alta ) with White Hill Preserve ( marincountyparks.org/parkspreserves/preserves/white-hill ), which further links up with Cascade Canyon Preserve, and Gary Giacomini Preserve.
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Loma Alta/Sunrise Fire Road
Highlight (Segment) β’ Trail
This broad, flat fire road climbs gradually with magnificent views of the San Francisco Bay, Mount Tamalpais and Mount Diablo in the distance. The surrounding ridges of the path and β¦
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