Mill Valley-Sausalito Multi-purpose Path:
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Description:
Mill Valley-Sausalito Multi-purpose Path is a convenient connection between neighborhoods, schools, shopping, restaurants and a skate park. There is also an adjacent dog park, Mill Valley Dog Park. Between the skate and dog parks, on a nice day there can be all kinds of excitement and an assortment of aerobatic displays by both man and beast alike to enjoy.
The short dirt section at the north end is just a minor neighborhood connection and can easily be omitted if you are riding a bike or skating. Otherwise, the trail is mostly asphalt and turns to concrete as the trail approaches the southern end, which parallels a fairly busy roadway. Overall, the trail gets a good mix of cyclists, walkers, joggers and skaters, so brush up on the rules of the trails before you begin. You can also access the trail by way of the ferry in Sausalito, making it possible to connect with other opportunities in San Francisco and Marin County. You could even rent a bike in San Francisco and take the ferry to Sausalito. This can make for a great day of exploring the region. Although the trail is rather short, it and the nearby shoreline and art galleries are all worth exploring.
The best feature of the trail is its views of the bay as it passes through a scenic open wetland marsh area. You will see many species of birds here including the marsh wren, brown pelican, and maybe even a raptor if you are lucky. Be sure to enjoy the houseboats of Sausalito as you cruise by.
Parking is available at many of the adjoining business areas and at Sycamore Avenue. The trailhead has a public restroom .
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Parking & Trail Access:
To reach the parking at Sycamore Avenue, take Highway 101 and exit at East Blithedale Avenue. Take East Blithedale Avenue west to Camino Alto and turn left (south). Take Camino Alto to Sycamore Avenue and turn left (east). Parking is available at the end of the road.
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Seasonal Restrictions:
The trail can be traveled year-round.
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tidal wetlands
By dhusch in April, 2010
This trail provides the only bicycle and pedestrian connection between Sausalito and the rest of Marin County. So this trail gets lots of cyclists of all speeds.
The trail passes through some tidal mudflats and wetlands. Lots of birding opportunities. Continuing North the trail passes through parks of Mill Valley.
The trail deadends north of Vasco Ct; If you are continuing to Corte Madera, there are two routes over the hill. The easiest route is Horsehill trail along the west side of US 101. Follow the signs to Lomita Dr east. The more difficult route is Camino Alto. This route seems to be more popular with speed cyclists even though it is a higher pass, on a narrow road with no shoulders. I suggest printing a detailed map of this part of the city so you get to Camino Alto without backtracking.
Short and Hot
By hikinglite in March, 2008
This is a very popular trail with pedestrians. The pavement is a bit rough and it is wide out in the open, so would be hot on a sunny day in the summer. I was happy to do this trail, but wouldn't go out of my way to do it again.
Tidal Wetlands
Trail Facts
Trail End Points: North of Vasco Court (Mill Valley) to Gate 5 Road (Sausalito)
Counties: Marin
Trail Length: 3.5 miles
Trail Category: Rail-Trail
Trail Surfaces: Asphalt, Dirt, Concrete
Trail Activities: Bike, Inline Skating, Wheelchair Accessible, Mountain Biking, Walking
TrailLink ID: 6015406

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