Author: Natalia Cortes
Slide Ranch Overnight
Saturday, October 17th - Monday, October 19th
Join the Ridge Trail and our fantastic partners on a gorgeous 2-night, 3 day campout. Enjoy the iconic Marin coastline in company of fellow trail enthusiasts on an adventure that includes meals, campsite, and guided hikes. This event is a great way to explore the Ridge Trail and get an inside look of a new alignment in the Marin Headlands.
Registration:
This is a sliding scale ticketed event. Ticket descriptions are meant to be guidelines for you to determine what ticket you should purchase. This ticket model helps us sustain our programs while keeping them accessible to people for whom costs might be a barrier to participate.
Youth: Registration for Teens ages 13-17. Teens must be accompanied by an adult and be able to hike the full mileage each day. This outing is not open to youth under age 13.
Standard: This ticket is for you if you have limited income, or if you cannot take vacations without facing financial burdens.
Steward: This ticket is for you if you have some expendable income, if you can occasionally take vacations, and can afford your basic needs on a regular basis.
Trail Blazer: This ticket is for you if you have expendable income, you regularly take vacations, and/or have access to financial savings.
Scholarships Available
We offer scholarships to cover registration fees and provide additional support options, like gear assistance and mentorship.
The scholarships are designed to remove financial barriers and foster a culture of belonging in the outdoors.
VIT Hike: Blair Ranch
Sunday, May 17th, 9:00am
Join the Ridge Trail Council on this special VIT* hike. We will guide attendees on this unique hike that takes you through rolling grasslands, blue oak woodlands, and mixed oak savannah in the southern portion of Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve not currently open to the public.
*VIT = Very Important Trail. VIT hikes are your passport to visit 60 miles of special access trails through Ridge Trail guided outings.
About Blair Ranch:
The preserve is in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains in South Santa Clara County. A glistening creek runs along the Llagas Meadow and deer, bobcats, mountain lions, and other wildlife roam throughout the preserve. In the spring months, wildflowers adorn the meadow and hillsides. Recreation amenities include parking for cars and horse trailers, accessible restrooms, and picnic tables.
What to Bring:
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- Sturdy shoes for hiking
- Day pack
- 2 liters of water
- Snacks / lunch
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Jacket
Questions? Please email events@ridgetrail.org
Ridge to Bridge 2026
Saturday, April 18, 2026 in Marin
Join us on our biggest day on the trail. Registration and more information below.
Scholarships available!
The Ridge Trail offers scholarships to cover registration cost for Ridge to Bridge. Learn more and apply to our scholarship program.What is Ridge to Bridge?
An Outdoor Adventure with Perks and Purpose
Every year, hikers, bikers, and equestrians gather to celebrate what the Ridge Trail does best: connecting people to places. Ridge to Bridge is a unique outdoor experience. Take in the beautiful scenery of Mt. Tamalpais and the Marin Headlands with friends and family. Rally with the Bay Area community to raise funds to complete the Bay Area Ridge Trail. Become part of the movement to open access to nature for everyone to enjoy.
By registering, you get a fully supported day with a shuttle, route guides, goodie bags, aid stations, and a delicious, catered lunch.
Choose your own adventure with various activity types and distances:
- 6 Mile, 13 Mile, or 18 Mile Hike
- 26 Mile Bike Ride
- 8 Mile Equestrian Ride
Registering for Ridge to Bridge is a win-win for everyone involved: you get to focus on enjoying incredible views that the Bay Area has to offer, and your registration propels us in our mission to complete the Ridge Trail.
Volunteer
Join our volunteer team to make Ridge to Bridge 2026 a success! Each volunteer receives free event entry and food, Ridge Trail swag, and more. Volunteer registration will open when general registration opens.
Land Acknowledgement
The Ridge to Bridge event takes place on the unceded lands of the Coast Miwok people, who hold the uncontestable aboriginal title, have occupied, stewarded, held sacred ceremonies, defended and governed according to the traditions of their ancestors, in present-day Marin County, California. These original stewards tended and loved the land long before anyone else, and we acknowledge the vital role their descendants play in the San Francisco Bay Area today. We further acknowledge that the entire Ridge Trail is on the ancestral lands of many other Indigenous Peoples and nations in the Bay Area.
Learn more: coastmiwokofmarin.org
Ridge Trail x No Worries Amigo Hiking Club: Pink Full Moon Hike
Friday, April 3rd
Alum Rock Park | San Jose
Get ready for an epic evening under the full moon with our hiking community! We’ll be exploring the beautiful trails of Alum Rock Park on a 5-mile hike with over 1,500 ft of elevation gain, enjoying great company, movement, and moonlit views.
We’ll be hiking from Alum Rock Park up into Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve.
Hike Details:
- Distance: 5 miles
- Elevation Gain: 1,500+ ft
- Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
- Pace: Steady group pace with regroup points
Expect a fun challenge, beautiful evening views, and a magical full moon rising over the hills.
What to Bring:
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- Sturdy shoes for hiking
- Day pack
- 2 liters of water
- Snacks / lunch
- Headlamp
- Weather appropriate clothing
Questions? Please email events@ridgetrail.org
Ridge Trail x No Worries Amigo Hiking Club: Shake Your Shamrock Hike
Saturday, March 14th
The Ridge Trail is partnering with the No Worries Amigo Hiking Club for this event.
Our Annual St. Patrick’s Day Hike is here and this year is extra special as we celebrate our very first event at the beautiful Mount Umunhum!
Saturday, March 14 9AM
Mount Umunhum Summit
We’re kicking off the morning with epic vibes, hot coffee, tasty snacks, green wellness shots and limited-edition buttons for all attendees!
The Hike:
• 8 miles total, 1190 Ft Elv
• Moderate Skill Level
• Start at the summit, hike down and then earn it back up 💪
• Expect big views, great energy, and even better company!!!
Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with community, movement, and nature at one of the most iconic peaks in the South Bay!
Wear your green, bring your trail stoke, and let’s make history together
*Hikes are always subject to change based on weather, trail conditions and safety for our community!
This hike is currently full, if you’d like to get notified of future events visit the No Worries Amigo Hiking Club website for more information.
What to Bring:
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- Sturdy shoes for hiking
- Day pack
- 2 liters of water
- Snacks / lunch
- Hat/Sunglasses
- Weather appropriate clothing
Questions? Please email events@ridgetrail.org
Ridge Trail x No Worries Amigo Hiking Club: Anti-Valentine’s Day Night Hike
Saturday, February 14th
Are you ready? It’s time for our annual Anti-Vday & Red Glow Night Hike, hosted by the No Worries Amigo Hiking Club
You’re invited for a night packed with fun, red glow and good vibes for all.
This night is for those looking to skip out on the expensive reservations, might not have a date and or just want to get out at night and move in a new way. This is also a family friendly event, but the furry ones must stay at home.
The night will kick off @ 6PM with snacks, warm drinks and some special surprises for our early attendees.
About Rancho Cañada del Oro:
The preserve is in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains in South Santa Clara County. A glistening creek runs along the Llagas Meadow and deer, bobcats, mountain lions, and other wildlife roam throughout the preserve. In the spring months, wildflowers adorn the meadow and hillsides. Recreation amenities include parking for cars and horse trailers, accessible restrooms, and picnic tables.
What to Bring:
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- Sturdy shoes for hiking
- Day pack
- 2 liters of water
- Snacks / lunch
- Headlamp (with red light option)
- Jacket/Warm Layers
Questions? Please email events@ridgetrail.org