China Camp State Park – China Camp State Park Village loop from McNears Beach

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China Camp State Park – China Camp State Park Village loop from McNears Beach

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China Camp State Park – China Camp State Park Village loop from McNears Beach

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12.5km

170m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

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China Camp State Park

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1.34 km

China Camp State Park

Highlight • Natural

China Camp State Park was set up around a historic Chinese-American fishing village located next to a salt marsh. It's a very scenic spot! Such a joy to ride here.

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4.24 km

China Camp State Park

Nature Reserve

4.70 km

Shoreline Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail runs most of the Park's length near the San Pablo Bay shoreline and winds through its interior, with various options for short or long loops with plenty of …

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4.91 km

Shoreline Trail, China Camp State Park

Highlight • Trail

Shoreline Trail is a great singletrack for beginner that is easy and fun!

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5.90 km

Back Ranch Meadows Campground

Highlight • Rest Area

The campground offers fantastic walk-in, tent-only campsites to spend the night in the Park and enjoy a peaceful retreat from the city. The sites are on a first-come, first-serve basis …

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7.42 km

Shoreline Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

China Camp State Park charges an entrance fee to explore the grounds, either by car or per person. Annual parking + trail passes are available, or you can purchase a …

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8.95 km

Miwok Meadows

Highlight • Natural

Miwok Meadows is a beautiful and tranquil place in the Park, surrounded by dark green bay trees and tall oaks. Flora and fauna are diverse, with well-maintained, easy trails to …

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12.5 km

China Camp State Park Village

Highlight • Historical Site

The park pays homage to a 19th-century fishing village of Chinese immigrants who harvested shrimp from the bay. Much of the village has been preserved, and for a couple bucks …

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