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United States
California
Marin County
Santa Venetia

Miwok Meadows – China Camp State Park loop from Santa Venetia

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Running trails & routes
United States
California
Marin County
Santa Venetia

Miwok Meadows – China Camp State Park loop from Santa Venetia

Moderate

5.0

(1443)

6,589

runners

Miwok Meadows – China Camp State Park loop from Santa Venetia

01:42

14.3km

200m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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China Camp State Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

5.61 km

Turtle Back

Highlight • Viewpoint

This area features a well-maintained trail that encircles Turtle Back, offering panoramic views of the San Pablo Bay area through grasslands, salt marsh, and shady oak. Abundant wildlife inhabits the surroundings, so keep a lookout for various animals in the area.

Tip by

2

6.78 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 connecting trails. If you are relatively quiet, you will see plenty of wildlife throughout the beautiful grounds, such as deer and turkeys. There are plenty of opportunities on the route to capture some photos of the gorgeous redwoods and excellent views of the Bay.

Tip by

3

8.33 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 enjoy marsh meadows and bay views. Many turkeys, deer and other wildlife inhabit the area, making this place an excellent discovery area for kids to learn about nature.

Tip by

4

9.10 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 connecting trails. If you are relatively quiet, you will see plenty of wildlife throughout the beautiful grounds, such as deer and turkeys. There are plenty of opportunities on the route to capture some photos of the gorgeous redwoods and excellent views of the Bay.

Tip by

5

9.30 km

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

Tip by

6

10.3 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 and include a picnic table, potable water, a fire ring and a wooden footlocker.

Tip by

7

11.7 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 single day-use pass. Parking is $5 per vehicle for the day, or you can park along San Pedro Road without a fee and pay the $3 trail use fee.

Tip by

8

12.4 km

China Camp State Park

Highlight • Historical Site

China Camp State Park sits along the shores of San Pablo Bay, with 15 miles of nature trails where hikers and bikers can enjoy panoramic waterfront views, wildlife, oak trees and open meadows. The Park surrounds a historic Chinese-American shrimp fishing village and includes several unique features. A museum is located in the Park to learn about its history, a café for snacks and drinks, a walk-in tent campground and picnic areas.

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B

14.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.19 km

3.54 km

1.10 km

928 m

501 m

Surfaces

7.58 km

3.54 km

2.04 km

986 m

112 m

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Sunday 12 July

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