Walnut Creek, California
Top Stories in and near Walnut Creek
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On the Hunt for the Perfect Pair of Women's Climbing Pants
I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect pair of women’s climbing pants for years. Though many brands have tried, and some have gotten close, none that I’ve been exposed to (thus far) have gotten it completely right, for me. So I’m calling on you now, climbing apparel brands! I’m looking for climbin...Read more -
San Francisco, California
5 Reasons Why You Should Hike The San Francisco Bay Area's Tallest Mountain
If you live in the Bay Area, you’ve probably seen Mt. Diablo looming over from the far stretches of Contra Costa County. As isolated as it is impressive, Mt. Diablo boasts one of the widest reaching views in California. From its summit you can see the Sierra Nevadas to the east and even Mt. Shast...Read more -
San Francisco, California
5 Calf-Crushing Trail Runs in the San Francisco Bay Area
If you’ve ever explored San Francisco, one thing you might have noticed are all those brutally steep hills. When you’re just trying to get to a friend’s place or grab a bite, they sure are an unwanted pain in the calves. But if you’re looking to get a workout in, the hills all over the Bay Area a...Read more -
San Francisco, California
Outbound Reviewed: Peak Design Everyday Sling 5L and Slide Strap
Let me begin this review by saying that I wouldn't exactly call myself a photographer, but I took photo classes in high school with film cameras and my old, super cheap DSLR and I always loved it. Earlier this year I finally decided to get back after by picking up a decent camera, the Sony a6300....Read more -
San Francisco, California
Adrift: A Love Letter to the Fog of San Francisco
The fog is just as much a part of life in San Francisco as unbikeable hills, third-wave coffee, and the International Orange peaks of the Golden Gate Bridge. Which is why filmmaker Simon Christen set out to make Adrift, a love letter to the fog.Released in 2013, Christen spent more than two years...Read more -
Muir Woods, California
Your Guide to Visiting Muir Woods
When you're looking to escape the city, or take a fun day-trip when visiting the Bay Area, you can't go wrong with Muir Woods National Monument, located in Marin County. Only 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, these towering trees will truly take your breath away. Filled with 1,000-year-ol...Read more -
Mount Tamalpais, California
A Sunrise Hike on Mt. Tamalpais
We found ourselves in Pacifica CA, known for its legendary September fog that makes you feel like an intruder in the city in the clouds. There celebrating the birth of my first niece, we were in search of a side adventure and planned a trip to Mount Tamalpais State Park, located just north of San...Read more -
Overnighter on the Sonoma Coast
This trip was the perfect chance for some time with friends, fun for the dogs, and delicious camp food made possible by the Gerber Gear ComplEAT Cook Set. Day 1 Stop 1: Like any good road trip, we had to start out with coffee. I own a cafe and coffee roastery in Downtown Woodland called Gallery...Read more -
Marin County, California
10 Incredible Hikes in Marin County, CA
A handful of us here at The Outbound are based in San Francisco and as you can imagine, a regular dose of the outdoors is crucial to our happiness (and sanity). Lucky for us, we're just a short drive over the Golden Gate Bridge from Marin County, home to hundreds of miles of hiking trails and som...Read more -
Marin County, California
7 Beautiful Spots for Photography in Marin County, CA
With rolling hills in almost every direction, deep redwood forests, a dramatic rocky coast, and 360-degree views of the entire Bay Area, Marin County is a photographer's paradise. Whether you're shooting out at the mighty Pacific or across the Bay to the San Francisco skyline, the view is always ...Read more -
Marin County, California
Beyond the Trail: 5 Unique Adventures in Marin County
It's no secret that Marin County, just north of San Francisco, is a happening adventure destination. The terrain—green hills and craggy mountains leading to oceanside cliffs and sandy beaches—is remarkable as it is, but it is made even more noteworthy by its close proximity to a major city. You c...Read more -
Marin County, California
The Best Camping and Backpacking in Marin County, CA
For our team here in the San Francisco Bay Area, we always feel super lucky to have Marin County as our playground. Not only is it easy striking distance for day trips or dawn patrol trail runs, it also has an astounding variety of beautiful places to camp for the night. You'd be pleasantly surpr...Read more -
9 Gorgeous Beach Adventures in Marin County
Here's the thing about Marin County...no matter how many times you go, it's always a surprise. Whether that is because it's almost inconceivable that so much wild beauty exists within spitting distance of a major city like San Francisco, or because the weather is notoriously unpredictable and you...Read more -
Marin County, California
10 Photos That Will Inspire You to Explore Marin County, CA
After a trail run on the Dipsea Trail in Marin County this past weekend, I was once again blown away at what an amazing gem this region of California is. The rolling green hills and lush redwood forests are especially mesmerizing in the springtime. A short 25-minute drive across the Golden Gate B...Read more -
Marin County, California
5 Backpacking Adventures North of San Francisco in Marin County
Work hard during the week and play hard on the weekends...sound familiar? There are few places better suited to living the indoor/outdoor lifestyle to the max than San Francisco Bay Area. Snap your laptop closed on Friday afternoon, throw your backpacking gear in the car, and you could be at a b...Read more -
Marin County, California
7 Dog-Friendly Hikes near Marin County
Between dog parks, "dogs welcome" restaurant patios, and off-leash beaches, they (and their owners) have plenty of reasons to love the city by the bay. Let us add another check mark to the list: dog-friendly hiking in Marin County. Wild beauty reigns supreme across the Golden Gate Bridge, and th...Read more