Dunn, Golden Spike, Tate, West Ridge, Orchard, Bridle, Stream, Tres Senda, Starflower, Madrone, West Ridge, Graham, Dunn Trails Loop

This hike showcases every aspect of the park. It begins above a large meadow, then drops down into oak and bay woodlands before climbing over streams and through redwoods, with views of the valley along the way. Golden Spike Trail and Tate Trail in particular have gorgeous valley views. After descending from West Ridge Trail to parallel Redwood Creek, enjoy the picnic areas and redwood groves along the Stream Trail. Additionally, Graham and Dunn Trails at the end of the hike both have points at which they overlook the bay. Trail Directions: Park at the Trudeau Center parking area and head right, to the Serpentine Prairie trailhead. Follow Serpentine Prairie Trail to the left for about 200 ft, then turn left to connect with Dunn Trail. Go right on Dunn Trail, and then make a left onto the Golden Spike trail. Follow Golden Spike Trail for 1.04 mile, continue past the intersection with Montiero Trail, and turn left onto Tate Trail. Climb for .57 mile, then turn right on West Ridge Trail. After .09 mi, turn left onto Orchard Trail. After .55mi, turn left on Bridle Trail. Follow Bridle Trail for .2 mile, then cross the bridge to Stream Trail. Turn left and follow Stream Trail for almost 2 miles, until you reach Tres Sendas on your left. Follow Tres Sendas over two stream crossings; after the second crossing, take the left fork for Starflower Trail, which climbs for .38 mi until it intersects with Madrone Trail. Turn right on Madrone and climb for about a half mile to reach West Ridge Trail, then continue on Madrone towards Redwood Peak. About 200 ft before the peak is another fork; take the left trail, which leads uphill past an archery range, to reach the peak (do not descend on Redwood Peak Trail). To return from the peak, turn around and follow signs for West Ridge Trail, to your right. After about 800ft, take a right on to West Ridge Trail, continue for about 600ft, then take a sharp left on Graham Trail. Stay on Graham Trail for 1.06 mi, then turn right on Dunn Trail. Take Dunn Trail for .47 mi to return to the Trudeau Center parking lot.