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5th Annual Bike + Hike 4 Buckelew

May 9, 2026

See you on the trails!

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Bike + Hike 4 Buckelew is the North Bay’s premier outdoor fundraiser for mental health, uniting riders, hikers, and families in support of life-saving recovery services.

Guided Nature Hikes • Trail Rides • Morning Yoga • Live Music • Gourmet Food

Sponsor

Help us celebrate 55 years of Buckelew with a sponsorship! Your support ensures access to life-saving behavioral healthcare for all.

Register

Early Bird Discounts available today! Register now to join us for a naturalist-led hike, guided trail ride, or morning yoga class.

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Support

Can’t attend our 5th Annual B4B? You can still participate by making a tax-deductible donation! 

Party of 6

Bring a group of friends and reap the benefits!  Party of 6 package includes a special reserved picnic table and personal chilled beverages, all at a discounted rate. Gather your favorite trail buddies and hit the dirt for a feel-good adventure!

Pedal & Pamper

Pedal & Pamper

Treat your crew to a real VIP experience: reserved table for 6, Mimosas + Mocktails served tableside, and special desserts!

Early Mother’s Day treat? Besties day out? This package is made for you!

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Little Bellas Guided Ride

Ride alongside the next generation of mountain bikers! Coaches and youth from this empowering nonprofit will lead a family-friendly trail adventure. Little Bellas is all about creating experiences that prove cycling is for everyone! 

Pedal & Pamper

Party of 6

Bring a group of friends and reap the benefits!  Party of 6 package includes a special reserved picnic table and personal chilled beverages, all at a discounted rate. Gather your favorite trail buddies and hit the dirt for a feel-good adventure!

Pedal & Pamper

Treat your crew to a real VIP experience: reserved table for 6, Mimosas + Mocktails served tableside, and special desserts!

Early Mother’s Day treat? Besties day out? This package is made for you!

Raffle Prizes!

Purchase your raffle tickets today and win big! 

This year, our grand prize packages include either an 
Orbea Kemen ADV E-bike or a Sonoma County spa package!

$25 suggested donation per raffle ticket, or $100 for five tickets.

Hiking Routes

Beginner Hike: Led by local author Katie Martin

We’re thrilled to share that Katie Martin, local author of Hiking Marin, will guide the hike through Turtleback Loop this year. This is a relaxed, 2.3-mile experience for those who want a comfortable and engaging trail walk.

Intermediate Hike: Shoreline Trail & History of China Camp

Perfect for intermediate hikers and history buffs! This 2.6-mile Shoreline Trail hike will be sprinkled with historical facts and stories. A docent from China Camp Village will lead tours focused on the history of this area.

Advanced Hike: Ecologist-Led Experience

Discover native plants, birds, and natural wonders ! This exclusive guided walk is led by local experts Sarah Swope, Professor of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, and Sam Abercrombie, Certified Botanist & Environmental Consultant.  (Limited to 20).

Advanced Hike: Bayview Trailhead

Motivated hikers will love this 3.5-mile trek! A quick shuttle ride to the Bayview Trailhead will lead to a lovely downhill hike through wooded forests. Guided by a local naturalist with 30 years of conservation experience.

Hiking Routes

Beginner Hike: Led by local author Katie Martin

We’re thrilled to share that Katie Martin, local author of Hiking Marin, will guide the hike through Turtleback Loop this year. This is a relaxed, 2.3-mile experience for those who want a comfortable and engaging trail walk.

Intermediate Hike: Shoreline Trail & History of China Camp

Perfect for intermediate hikers and history buffs! This 2.6-mile Shoreline Trail hike will be sprinkled with historical facts and stories. A docent from China Camp Village will lead tours focused on the history of this area.

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Advanced Hike: Bayview Trailhead

Motivated hikers will love this 3.5-mile trek! A quick shuttle ride to the Bayview Trailhead will lead to a lovely downhill hike through wooded forests. Guided by a local naturalist with 30 years of conservation experience.

Advanced Hike: Ecologist-Led Experience

Discover native plants, birds, and natural wonders ! This exclusive guided walk is led by local experts Sarah Swope, Professor of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, and Sam Abercrombie, Certified Botanist & Environmental Consultant. (Limited to 20).

Mountain Bike Routes

Beginner Ride: Intro to China Camp & MT Bike Riding

Beginner Ride

New to mountain biking or looking for a laid-back ride? This non-technical option is the perfect choice for those wanting a relaxed, welcoming experience.  Loop through shaded woods and lower campsites for a great intro to China Camp area. Low pressure, high enjoyment.
Distance: 4.2 miles • Elevation Gain: 248 ft

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Intermediate Ride

This ride starts with a mellow roll, followed by a moderate climb through wooded trails, three sections of fun flowy descents spiked with small technical sections, and ending with some playful ups and downs on your way back to base camp. 

 
Distance: 10 miles • Elevation Gain: 1,000 ft

Advanced Ride: Summit + Singletrack Challenge

Advanced Ride

90% singletrack and packed with everything to love about Marin trails! We’ll climb the summit of Mt. Pedro for stunning views, descend the backside through exciting terrain, climb again, and finish with a few fun flowy descents spiked with technical sections.
Distance: 14.5 miles • Elevation Gain: 2,000 ft

Mountain Bike Routes

Little Bellas Guided Ride

Ride alongside the next generation of mountain bikers! Coaches and youth from this empowering nonprofit will lead a family-friendly trail adventure. Little Bellas is all about creating experiences that prove cycling is for everyone!

Beginner Ride

New to mountain biking or looking for a laid-back ride? This non-technical option is the perfect choice for those wanting a relaxed, welcoming experience. Loop through shaded woods and lower campsites for a great intro to China Camp area. Low pressure, high enjoyment.

Distance: 4.2 miles • Elevation Gain: 248 ft

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Intermediate Ride

Intermediate Ride

This ride starts with a mellow roll, followed by a moderate climb through wooded trails, three sections of fun flowy descents spiked with small technical sections, and ending with some playful ups and downs on your way back to base camp.

Distance: 10 miles • Elevation Gain: 1,000 ft

Advanced Ride

90% singletrack and packed with everything to love about Marin trails! We’ll climb the summit of Mt. Pedro for stunning views, descend the backside through exciting terrain, climb again, and finish with a few fun flowy descents spiked with technical sections.

Distance: 14.5 miles • Elevation Gain: 2,000 ft

Event Details

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Activities

B4B is a day of connection and community, all ages and skill levels are welcome to attend!

Participants can enjoy guided nature hikes, mountain bike rides led by skilled riders, or an outdoor yoga class among the meadows. Choose your preferred activity level (beginner, intermediate, advanced) at sign-up.

Or join us for the party, including live music by the Heavy Hitterz and a delicious catered breakfast and paella lunch.

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Schedule

  • 8 am Registration Opens
  • 8 -9 am Gourmet Coffee + Breakfast
  • 9 – 10 am Guided Bike Rides + Nature Hikes begin
  • 10 -11 am Morning Yoga class
  • 12 – 2 pm Party Time!
  • Live music by the Heavy Hitterz
  • Catered Paella Lunch
  • Raffle + Awards

Location

Miwok Meadows, China Camp State Park

Located off N. San Pedro Road in San Rafael.
Latitude, Longitude: 38.006572, -122.484627

Ample parking is available along N. San Pedro Road. There is a short walk via fire road to Miwok Meadows; a shuttle is available for those requiring assistance. Parking in the lot is reserved parking only.

Pets are prohibited in the park. Service animals only.

Mental Health for Every Body

Your participation in Bike + Hike 4 Buckelew supports essential mental health services for the North Bay! Last year, our programs helped thousands of individuals in our community:

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Thanks to Our 2026 Sponsors!

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Thanks to Our In-Kind Donors!

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Thanks to Our Activity Advisory!

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