Paradise Beach County Park – Immigrant Point Overlook loop from Paradise Cay
Paradise Beach County Park – Immigrant Point Overlook loop from Paradise Cay
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Paradise Beach County Park – Immigrant Point Overlook loop from Paradise Cay
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23.5km
330m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: April 30, 2026
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Start point
Parking
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6.71 km
Paradise Beach County Park
Highlight • Beach
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7.66 km
Paradise Road Viewpoint
Highlight • Viewpoint
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8.34 km
Tiburon Uplands Nature Preserve
Highlight (Segment) • Forest
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10.9 km
Immigrant Point Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
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11.7 km
Tiburon Railroad & Ferry Museum
Highlight • Historical Site
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13.2 km
Paradise Drive
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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23.5 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
21.0 km
2.25 km
197 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
23.3 km
197 m
< 100 m
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Description
If you're looking for a road cycling adventure that truly spans the best of the Bay Area, the Paradise Beach County Park – Immigrant Point Overlook loop from Paradise Cay offers a unique, if geographically ambitious, challenge. This moderate route covers 14.6 miles (23.5 km) with 1073 feet (327 metres) of elevation gain, taking roughly 1 hour and 7 minutes to complete, making it a rewarding ride for cyclists eager to connect two iconic Bay Area experiences.
What to expect on Paradise Beach County Park – Immigrant Point Overlook loop from Paradise Cay
This route effectively combines two distinct cycling experiences. The first part, the Paradise Loop around the Tiburon Peninsula, treats you to well-paved roads and rolling hills, offering breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay, Angel Island, and Sausalito. You'll pass through charming towns and can pause at Paradise Beach County Park for a rest. The second segment takes you across the Golden Gate Bridge into San Francisco's Presidio, where you'll navigate lovely, smooth roads, some traffic-free, to reach Immigrant Point Overlook. Here, you'll be rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Marin Headlands from a tree-covered bluff. Expect a mix of gentle undulations on the Marin side and some challenging climbs within the Presidio, making this route best suited for cyclists with good fitness looking for diverse terrain and stunning vistas.
Planning your visit
Combining these two popular routes means planning for a longer day than the stated duration, as it involves travel between Marin County and San Francisco, likely via the Golden Gate Bridge. The Paradise Loop is especially popular on weekends, so consider an earlier start to enjoy less traffic. Parking is available near Paradise Cay, and both areas offer opportunities for coffee stops and refreshments in nearby towns like Tiburon. While the Paradise Loop is generally accessible, some sections on Paradise Drive can be winding with limited shoulder space, so always ride with caution.
Trail details
- Distance: 14.6 miles (23.5 km)
- Elevation gain: 1073 feet (327 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 7 minutes
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