Hogback Fire Road – Mount Tamalpais State Park

Hogback Fire Road – Mount Tamalpais State Park

Hogback Fire Road – Mount Tamalpais State Park

Location: Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA
Difficulty: Moderate
Features: Hiking trails, bike-friendly, bird watching, dogs allowed, wildlife observation

The Hogback Fire Road connects the Panoramic Highway with the Old Railroad Grade Fire Road. It also marks the ends of the Matt Davis Trail.

About Mount Tamalpais State Park. A California State Park in Marin County in California, Mount Tamalpais State Park is home to Mount Tamalpais standing majestic at 2,500 feet. The park is also home redwoods and oak forests as well as approximately 60 miles of hiking trails that connects to more than 200 miles network of trails beyond the state park. Mount Tamalpais State Park also houses the Muir Woods National Monument, a United States National Monument and part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

Top 3 Adventure Hacks

1) Don’t get lost.

There are so many trails on Mount Tamalpais. It is highly recommended that, prior going on a hike, one should get directions or download a detailed map. Mount Tamalpais maps can be downloaded online. Moreover, maps can also be purchased at the Pantoll Ranger Station or the East Peak Visitor Center.

2) Keep gear organized.

Often enough, it is hard getting everything inside your backpack. Organize your gear with a dry sack.

3) Everything is worth a shot.

Bring a camera.