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Dawn Falls Trail – Larkspur loop from Corte Madera

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Dawn Falls Trail – Larkspur loop from Corte Madera

Moderate

4.5

(1180)

8,476

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Dawn Falls Trail – Larkspur loop from Corte Madera

02:45

9.85km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 21, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Blithedale Summit Open Space Preserve

King Mountain Open Space Preserve

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.78 km

Dawn Falls Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Very pleasant redwood forest trail along Larkspur Creek. It climbs gently from the dead end of Madrone Avenue to the small falls near the source of the creek.

Tip by

3.41 km

Ladybug Trail - Dawn Falls Trail junction

Highlight • Trail

Ladybug Trail climbs from Dawn Falls Trail to about midway up King Mountain and then follows the contours to the east

Tip by

5.31 km

The views from the trail are nice as you can see wildflowers and a few overlooks along the way. Most of the trail is shaded which makes the trail more accessible throughout the summer. This is a popular spot, so getting here early is in your best interest.

Tip by

8.08 km

Larkspur Path

Highlight • Cycleway

8.62 km

Larkspur

Highlight • Religious Site

Laid-back little community

Tip by

8.85 km

Dolliver Park

Highlight • Forest

This beautiful park is a local favorite, with trails ranging from easy to moderate that are also part of the larger Bay Area Ridge Trail. The routes offer fantastic views of the surrounding area, including San Pablo Bay and Mount Tamalpais. The park has picnic tables to enjoy lunch, public restrooms and several unique art installations throughout the grounds.

Tip by

9.85 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.98 km

3.22 km

1.52 km

131 m

Surfaces

3.59 km

3.18 km

1.42 km

1.29 km

243 m

131 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Today

Monday 13 July

32°C

16°C

25 %

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Dawn Falls Trail – Larkspur loop from Corte Madera

Dawn Falls Trail

Ladybug Trail - Dawn Falls Trail junction

View from King Mountain

Larkspur Path

Larkspur

Dolliver Park

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