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Mountain Home Inn – Mount Tamalpais State Park loop from Mill Valley

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Mountain Home Inn – Mount Tamalpais State Park loop from Mill Valley

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Mountain Home Inn – Mount Tamalpais State Park loop from Mill Valley

01:33

12.6km

340m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Mount Tamalpais State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.19 km

Mill Valley Railroad Depot & Book Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

On the center square of Mill Valley the historic former Railroad Depot is now a convenient meeting place with outdoor and indoor seating, offering a variety of coffee, fresh sandwiches combined with books and magazines in the Book Cafe

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6.08 km

Mountain Home Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

This historic hotel with a long history, was built in 1912 by a Swiss-German immigrant couple who were homesick for their native Alps. It is perched on the ridge between the Mount Tamalpais peaks, high above Mill Valley, and boasts excellent views of Marin. It is a favorite spot to stay as a mountain getaway for outdoor enthusiasts in the Bay area, so much so that even celebrities like Goldie Hawn, the Grateful Dead and Jack London have stayed here.

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6.30 km

Ocean View / Panoramic / Alice Eastwood Rd Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Ocean View Trailhead heading south (on google the first section is labeled as Panoramic trail) meandering parallel slightly below Panoramic Highway, where it meets Alice Eastwood fire road coming from the north.
From Panoramic Highway near Mountain Home this is a great trail to descend into Muir Woods from the backside (and for free😉).
To continue along a spectacular all-day loop through the most impressive trails on the Pacific side of Mount Tam and Stinson Beach check out komoot.com/tour/7916366

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6.69 km

Mount Tamalpais State Park

Highlight • Forest

Mount Tamalpais State Park is a majestic area in the heart of Marin County, with sweeping hillsides covered in fantastic redwood forest, open grasslands, sturdy chaparral, and wooded oaklands. The views from Mount Tampais boast breathtaking vistas of the Pacific Ocean, San Francisco Bay and City, the Marin County Hills, Mount Diablo, and the East Bay. You can even see the Farallon Islands, 25 miles out to sea. If you're lucky, you can catch an occasional glimpse of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, nearly 150 miles away. The Park is a haven for cyclists, hikers, wildlife watchers, or those who wish to find a beautiful spot for an afternoon picnic.

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10.3 km

Dipsea Steps

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

These stairs ascend to the renowned Dipsea Trail. They consist of a total of 680 steps divided into three sections, which have been in existence since the early 1900s and were recently restored.

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12.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.49 km

3.32 km

3.15 km

1.83 km

506 m

287 m

Surfaces

5.46 km

4.41 km

1.30 km

618 m

561 m

224 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Today

Sunday 12 July

31°C

13°C

9 %

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Description

If you're looking for a truly rewarding challenge with incredible payoffs, the Mountain Home Inn – Mount Tamalpais State Park loop from Mill Valley is a difficult jogging route that delivers. This 7.8-mile (12.6 km) loop packs in 1121 feet (342 metres) of elevation gain, taking around 1 hour and 33 minutes to complete. It's an ideal pick for experienced joggers ready for significant ascents and diverse terrain, offering a comprehensive tour of Mount Tamalpais's natural beauty.

What to expect on Mountain Home Inn – Mount Tamalpais State Park loop from Mill Valley

This loop is a journey through the heart of Mount Tamalpais State Park, starting from the historic Mountain Home Inn. You'll experience a dynamic landscape, transitioning from cool redwood groves and shady oak woodlands to expansive open grasslands. Expect varied terrain underfoot, from wider fire roads to narrow, rocky single tracks, and even sections with