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Mount Tam Watershed Trailhead

Fairfax

๐ŸŒฒ"best escape from San Francisco" for lush rainforest vibes
๐Ÿ‘ฅHike in groups; trails are quiet and densely vegetated
๐ŸงขBring a hat; most trails are exposed with limited shade

Less than an hour from San Francisco, this trailhead unlocks lush canyon hikes, hidden waterfalls, and sweeping views of Mt Tamalpais and the Bay beyond. Fire roads and singletrack wind through manzanita and oak, with Little Carson Falls just 1.5 miles west.

Remote hiking escape
Fire road trails
Waterfall access
Scenic mountain views
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