- Parking: Free. Paved parking lot at trailhead
- Bathrooms: There are bathrooms, but they do not have running water
- Water: There is no water source located on the trail
- Food: The grocery store 'Good Earth' is located in town close to the trail
- Fees: Free. There are no enterance or parking fees
This is a perfect family friendly hike that'll lead you from the trailhead to a beautiful cove known as Tennessee Valley Beach, the distance from the trailhead to the beach is about 1.7 miles. What makes this hike so amazing is that there are trails for almost any skill level, so you can pick which is best for you. What I love the most about this trail is that it is a perfect spur of the moment trail that can be done last minute with very little need to prepare. Water, good walking shoes, and a jacket are almost all you need for this hike. If you decide to take some of the more difficult trails, then you'll definitely want to come better prepared.
What makes Tennessee Valley Trail so great is that it offers access to many other destinations. Once on the trail you can choose between Tennessee Valley Beach, Muir Beach, Rodeo Beach, or explore Hill 88. If you have a limited amount of time, I'd recommend hiking to Tennessee Valley Beach. If you have half a day, Muir Beach is a great choice. If you have a full day to hike, then I'd recommend exploring Hill 88 and hiking down to Rodeo Beach.
If you're new to the U.S. and looking to hike, Tennessee Valley beach trail is a great trail to explore as it is well marked, easy to navigate, and is well trafficked. As long as you stay on the Tennessee Valley trail, the terrain is easy to navigate. It is common to see tourists on the weekends in jeans and sneakers. If you're unsure of your skill level, Good Earth market is located nearby where you can bring food and water.
Located on the Northern California Coast, the Tennessee Valley trail lies inside of the fog belt, which is particularly prevalent during the summer. Many people have been caught off guard because inland temperatures can be significantly coastal temperatures. During the summer It is common to see people coming from another Bay Area city or town where it is 90 degrees (32 celsius) only to be met with 60 degrees weather (15 celsius) with fog and wind.