Ring Mountain Preserve

Set along the Tiburon Peninsula, this Marin County open space climbs past oak stands and seasonal wildflowers, including rare native plants. Trails branch across the slopes with frequent intersections and rocky stretches, making it easy to wander without a rigid route. The uncrowded ridges also serve as an open-air perch for nature photography, catching vibrant sunrises and sunsets as rolling fog drifts over the bridges and shoreline towns below.