Frolic through spring wildflowers on these five Bay Area hikes.

"Get up early to drive into the hills and park in the main lot, which opens 30 minutes before sunrise. This will leave you with enough time to make your way to the peak through the wildflower-scattered trails and watch the sunrise over the Bay."

"Head to Russian Ridge down on the Peninsula for some trail running, where slightly less than four miles of trails will take you through forests and wildflowers and lead you to some spectacular views. There's only about 500 feet of elevation gain over the course of your run."

"On your hike to Abbott's Lagoon, you'll experience the best Point Reyes has to offer—beaches, headlands, marshes, tons of wildflowers, and stunning views of the Pacific. Come on a weekday to avoid the crowds, and take it slowly along the easy, 2.8 mile out-and-back trail to the beach."

Spring wildflowers bloom briefly across the Bay Area, offering limited-time opportunities for outdoor exploration. Windy Hill Open Space Preserve features the Anniversary Trail with sunrise views over the Bay and nearby breakfast at Alice's Restaurant. Russian Ridge on the Peninsula provides trail running through forests and wildflowers with minimal elevation gain. Sunol in the East Bay showcases oak-lined canyons and waterfalls along the Canyon View Trail with day-hike or camping options. Abbott's Lagoon at Point Reyes combines beaches, headlands, marshes, and wildflowers on an easy 2.8-mile trail, best visited on weekdays with picnic supplies from Point Reyes Station.

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