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Easy hikes and walks in San Francisco

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Exploring San Francisco on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in San Francisco. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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1. Lands End Trail loop — Golden State National Recreation Area

5.74km

01:37

120m

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Embarcadero via The Bay Trail — San Francisco

5.71km

01:26

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mount Sutro Summit loop — San Francisco

3.77km

01:10

140m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Stow Lake & Strawberry Hill loop — Golden Gate Park

3.18km

00:51

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Creeks to Peaks loop — San Francisco

5.54km

01:40

180m

190m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Panhandle to Music Concourse loop — San Francisco

6.29km

01:38

30m

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Crissy Field & The Palace of Fine Arts loop — Presidio of San Francisco

5.72km

01:27

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Painted Ladies & Haight-Ashbury loop — San Francisco

5.70km

01:36

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Coit Tower, Lombard Street & Pier 39 loop — San Francisco

5.59km

01:37

130m

140m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Bay Area Ridge Trail & Lovers Lane loop — Presidio of San Francisco

5.64km

01:33

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in San Francisco

1. Lands End Trail loop — Golden State National Recreation Area

2. Embarcadero via The Bay Trail — San Francisco

3. Mount Sutro Summit loop — San Francisco

4. Stow Lake & Strawberry Hill loop — Golden Gate Park

5. Creeks to Peaks loop — San Francisco

6. Panhandle to Music Concourse loop — San Francisco

7. Crissy Field & The Palace of Fine Arts loop — Presidio of San Francisco

8. Painted Ladies & Haight-Ashbury loop — San Francisco

9. Coit Tower, Lombard Street & Pier 39 loop — San Francisco

10. Bay Area Ridge Trail & Lovers Lane loop — Presidio of San Francisco

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