While the hill earned its name on the steep and unrelenting ascent, the section of Dipsea Trail that winds around the hill is actually more gradual than some of the other trails leading here.

Marika Abbà

June 24, 2022

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This trail runs along part of the Dipsea Trail and heads towards Cardiac Hill. The first section is characterised by a wooden stairway, then the path goes into a lush forest.

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1. Stinson Beach and Muir Woods Loop

25.1km

07:55

960m

1,060m

Hike the difficult 15.6-mile Stinson Beach and Muir Woods Loop, blending ancient redwoods with stunning Pacific Ocean views.

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2. Coast View, Dipsea, and Ben Johnson Loop

12.7km

04:02

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360m

Hike the moderate 7.9-mile Coast View, Dipsea, and Ben Johnson Loop through redwood forests, coastal scrub, and ocean views.

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3. Dipsea, Willow Camp Fire Road, and Matt Davis Loop

17.4km

05:34

650m

780m

Hike the difficult 10.8-mile Dipsea, Willow Camp Fire Road, and Matt Davis Loop for diverse scenery and panoramic ocean views.

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Location: Marin County, California, United States

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Cardiac Hill (Dipsea Trail, Mount Tamalpais State Park)

1. Stinson Beach and Muir Woods Loop

2. Coast View, Dipsea, and Ben Johnson Loop

3. Dipsea, Willow Camp Fire Road, and Matt Davis Loop

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