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Susan Alcorn (backpack45@yahoo.com) loves hiking in the S. F. Bay Area. She's the award-winning author of two travel essay books, has hiked extensively in the U.S., Europe, and South America, and climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro. Visit Susan on the web at www.backpack45.com.

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Spectacular Pt. Reyes hike at Pierce Point Ranch

Because school has already started for many families, they may be choosing to spend Labor Day weekend closer to home. Those wanting to stay close, but...
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Hiking 101: What are some good urban hikes in the East Bay? part 2

#1. Lake Merritt offers a popular circuit around Oakland's flatland jewel of a park. Whether you go clockwise or counterclockwise you'll be on asphalt...
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Let's go hiking to the pancake breakfast on Mt. Tamalpais

Tomorrow, July 12, will bring a fine opportunity to get in a decent hike, eat a hearty breakfast with companionable guests, enjoy spectacular views,...
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Staycation hike: Angel Island

After our visit to the Angel Island's Immigration Station in China Cove during last week's hike, we climbed again to the Perimeter trail and continued...
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Staycation hike: Angel Island's Immigration Station

After taking the ferry to Angel Island in the middle of San Francisco Bay (or sailed or motored over on your own), be sure to hike over to China Cove....
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Staycation hike: Angel Island State Park

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You don't have to leave the Bay Area to visit the islands — just take the ferry to Angel Island, the largest island in San Francisco Bay! During...
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