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Coastal hikes reinvigorate our souls, tapping into our sense of adventure as we stand at the edge of the continent and look out into an endless ocean. The sound of the ocean rolls and echoes in sea caves and coves like the inside of a shell. High, layered sea cliffs overlook startling scenes of harbor seals resting like torpedoes on flat-topped rocks and, if we’re lucky, the telltale spout of a whale. Among the humidity, fog and wind are places to take a break, from oceanfront restaurants to farm stands full of seasonal produce, fresh fruit and jars of jam.

Soak in the coast from Santa Cruz to San Francisco through these four waterfront hikes, paired with nearby eateries. Beautiful and wild, bluffside trails have steep, unprotected drop-offs: Please watch your footing and loved ones as you hike.