We continue the Winter 2015 College of Marin hiking series on the Bootjack Trail on Mount Tamalpais.The hike description is simple: "A mostly shady trail opens up to an incredible vista at a sunny (we hope!) lunch spot overlooking the ocean! We'll take Bootjack Trail to Van Wyk Meadow, TCC Trail to the Dipsea Trail, and the Old Mine Trail back."
Click here for photos taken on past hikes along these trails.
This map shows the route we'll follow.
Here's the hike's profile showing the elevation changes.
(Click on the Map or Profile to View a Larger Image)
Directions to trailhead: Take the Stinson Beach/Highway 1 exit off Highway 101. Go west through Tam Valley and up onto the ridge. Turn right onto Panoramic Highway and follow signs to Mt. Tamalpais.
As you drive up the mountain, look for the Bootjack picnic area and parking lot ($8/car, if you don't have a state park pass) on your right.
Click here for a MapQuest map that shows the Bootjack parking lot. Click on #1 to get driving directions and times from your location.
If you get to Pantoll at the crest of Panoramic Highway, you've gone too far and need to turn around and drive back down the mountain. (Click here for a map of Mt. Tam that you can view and print out).
50 minutes from the College of Marin. Carpoolers can meet at the Greenbrae Park & Ride lot at 9:00 am. Restrooms at trailhead.
Weather forecast: As of Tuesday, February 3rd, the National Weather Service forecast was sunny, with a high near 62. (Click here for an updated forecast.)
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