Davidson park which boasts the highest point in san francisco offers great hiking trails. To extend your hike, you can continue down twin peaks blvd towards portola drive into glen canyon park for a 1. Davidson o fort funston san francisco golf club olympic country club twin peaks balboa crissy field the main post corona heights mt sutro s head india basin oungblood coleman plgd bayview duboceo a precita civic center plaza u. Mount davidson, the tallest hill in san francisco, is a short,steep walk uphill from where i live. Of all the hiking trails within the san francisco city limits, mount davidson s are my favorite. It has a very interesting history and provides majestic views of the bay area. Although the cross and the land immediately surrounding it no longer belong to the city of san francisco, the whole mountain top is laced with trails and one wide fire road. See map 2 fishermans wharf franklin square potrero hill recreation center alamo square embarcadero. San francisco transit map san francisco transit map sfmta. View all hotels near mount davidson on tripadvisor. At 938 feet above sea level, mount davidson park is on the highest of san francisco s hills.
It is one of san francisco s many hills and one of its original seven hills. Davidson park nancy milholland has generously created the firstever comprehensive trail map for mt. It is a city park that occupies about 70 acres along a deep canyon adjacent to the glen park, diamond heights, and miraloma park neighborhoods. The majority of the park is owned by the city, except the summit where the concrete cross sits. Davidson park trails and viewpoint, san francisco, ca. Mount davidson might be my favorite place to get my nature fix in all of san francisco. The peak is listed as between 927 and 938 feet by various sources. Angel vazquez, left, walks with his father miguel and their two dogs near the top of mt. Hill park holly park san francisco zoo hallidie plaza lafayette park golden gate park mission dolores park mountain lake park sigmund stern. Twin peaks trail map pdf t 922 feet in elevation, twin peaks is second only to mt. After world war i, the south side of the city was being built out and the land for the park was donated to the city. Davidson cross mount davidson park, san francisco, california, usa sorted by popularity ascending view mode.
Mount davidson, at 927 feet, is the highest point in san francisco. Mount davidson is the highest natural point in san francisco, california, with an elevation of. San fransisco bay legend park f ery rout cabl er rout bart train 0 165. Beautiful day in sf during my holidays and finally got here to mt davidson park visitng the 103 foot high cross which featured in dirty harry. Mount davidson park is a popular dog park in san francisco, ca. The trail is primarily used for walking and running and is accessible yearround. Although the cross and the land immediately surrounding it no longer belong to the city of san francisco, the whole mountain top is laced with trails and one wide. The proposed deforestation is concentrated on 10 acres of the mountain.
Posts about mount davidson written by sf forest alliance. Davidson park is one of 220 parks managed by the san francisco recreation and park department and a designated natural area, recognized for its highly valued natural resources including an. Mount davidson is a 1 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near san francisco, california that offers scenic views and is good for all skill levels. Mount davidson park sherwood forest san francisco, ca. Find and reserve parking for mount davidson park in san francisco. Real estate values and prices, property types, age of construction, architectural styles, views, amenities, commercial districts and home sizes can vary widely between. Mount davidson in san francisco is a 40acre park with some great trails. Davidson park trails and viewpoint in san francisco, ca is in the california beaches attractions, parks, and things to do category. Mount davidson manor neighborhood, san francisco, california ca, 94112, 94127 detailed profile. Save time, save money, and keep your vehicle safe by reserving your spot with spothero today. Mount davidson manor neighborhood in san francisco.
Mission blue butterfly the mission blue butterfly is a federally listed endangered species that still survives in a few areas of san francisco, marin, and san mateo counties. See 392 photos and 23 tips from 1848 visitors to mount davidson park. When youre ready to explore san francisco, our downtown sf map will help. Davidson was purchased by the city of san francisco to be used as a park. The walkers map of san francisco, by pease press is perfect for this hike. Although the summit near the cross is covered with trees, you will find a great lookout point with views of downtown sf, twin peaks and the surrounding area. It dominates the southeastern view from most of portola drive. In 1776, colonists from spain established a fort at the golden gate and a mission named for francis of assisi on the site. After exploring the park we will walk down portola drive to mt davidson.
Davidson in height, offers spectacular views of the bay area, and is a worldfamous tourist attraction. This is a unique park on the top of san franciscos tallest hill. Mt davidson manor ocean view san miguel merced heights balboa terrace west portal sherwood forest miraloma park sherwood. Restaurants near mount davidson, san francisco, california. Davidson cross has stood tall for decades curbed sf. While the summit of san franciscos highest hill has been a city park since 1929, the trails are not marked and there has never been a official trail map published. Davidson o fort funston san francisco golf club olympic country club twin peaks balboa. Davidson park trails and viewpoint just select the map tab above. Mount davidson park is often overlooked as a hiking destination. Davidson with cement cross erected in 1934, viewed from northeast, looking southwest. For reservations, directions, or questions you can call them at. Mount davidson park is located in the southwestern part of san francisco somewhere between diamond heights and portola dr.
Davidson is the highest peak in san francisco, and the wind speeds are substantial. It is located near the geographical center of the city, south of twin peaks and portola drive and to the west of diamond heights and glen park. If you want a trail map pdf or web map app, check out the maps i made. Stern grove to presidio via twin peaks, mt sutro and golden gate park reroute san francisco county from. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Oct 20, 20 this map of san francisco neighborhoods is according to the san francisco association of realtors district and subdistrict, multiple listing service mls specifications. Park seacliff richmond clement street presidio sunset west portal park merced ingleside outer mission portola excelsior visitacion valley bayview hunters point potrero hill dogpatch twin peaks city front 20 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 260 280 300 320 360 440 380 400 400 520 560 500 600 620 700 680 400 2 280 260 140 360 300 300 120 20 100 100. San francisco city guides offers dozens of free guided walking tours, all over the city, throughout the year but things get special during the months of may and october each year, when the san francisco weather is particularly pleasant, city guides add a slate of rare neighborhood explorations to its yearround tour schedule.
Parking near mount davidson park in san francisco spothero. Mount davidson, the tallest hill in san francisco, is a short,steep walk. Restaurants near mount davidson, san francisco on tripadvisor. The park consists of 40 acres of forest on the western side and coastal scrub to the east. Davidson, corona heights and buena vista park san francisco, ca duration. Harding park f course lake merced lake merced buena ista panhandle ferson square glen canyon mt. Park francisco inner heights richmond park presidio outer richmond vista del mar outer sunset parkside. San francisco neighborhood map jennifer rosdail san. See all 390 photos taken at mount davidson park by 3,739 visitors. Theres a lot of activity at the juanita entrance of mt davidson, and neighbors fear the san francisco recreation and parks department sfrpd is. Mount davidson park tops the hill excluding the land at the summit, which is privately owned. There is no way to know in advance where the san francisco recreation and parks department sfrpd plans to. Peaks en portola drive en ten westen van diamond heights en glen park. Go to bay area hiker home page m ount davidson, at 927 feet, is the highest natural point in san francisco.
At 922 feet in elevation, twin peaks is second only to mt. Located near the geographic center of the city, southwest of the crossroads of portola drive, oshaughnessy, and laguna honda boulevards, it is accessible by the 36bus line. At 938 feet above sea level, mount davidson park is on the highest of san franciscos hills. Mount davidson is a hiking, walking adventure located in or near san francisco, ca. San francisco ucsf san francisco state university city college of san francisco university of san francisco ft. Davidson 927, is the tallest mountain peak in san francisco. From golden gate park to lombard street, from the sf zoo to union square, our map of san francisco will help you get around. For reservations, directions, or questions you can call them at 4158312750.
Mount davidson is the highest natural point in san francisco, california, with an elevation of 928 feet 283 m. San francisco is the fourth most populous city in california and the th most populous city in the united states, with a population of 805,235 as of the 2010 census. San francisco oakland bay bridge cow palace sfmoma s wharf pier 39 exploratorium ferry building alamo square alta plaza moscone ec. From the east face, berkeley, oakland, and downtown san francisco cast silhouettes against the horizon. The highest point in san francisco, mount davidson overlooks the bay and surrounding metropolitan area. Jan 26, 20 meet outside the glen park bart station entrance. Mount davidson park is often overlooked as a hiking or really, walking destination. Stern grove to presidio via twin peaks, mt sutro and golden. Mt davidson park margaret s hayward playground glen park recreation center south park lincoln. The western slope stands in stark contrast to its exposed and grassy counterpart, presenting a thickly wooded aspect more reminiscent of a rainforest. Zillow has 1 homes for sale in mount davidson manor san francisco matching. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround.
It is one of san franciscos many hills and one of its original. Mt davidson manor ocean view san miguel merced heights. Davidson s most distinguishing feature is a 6story cross nestled among the many eucalyptus trees, which can be seen from various spots in the city depending on which angle you. Davidson poses a public safety risk to hikers by increasing the probability that one of the remaining trees will fall from the wind. One of the main issues the public has with the use of pesticides in our parks is the lack of transparency. The mountain was originally named blue mountain for the lupine, lilacs, and iris found there. Davidson is not only the highest geographic point 938ft. Golden gate bridge lombard crooked street north beach chinatown alcatraz island key phone numbers. The san francisco recreation and park department currently manages more than 220 parks, playgrounds and open spaces throughout san francisco, including two outside city limitssharp park in pacifica and camp mather in the high sierras. At 938 feet above sea level, mount davidson is the highest of san francisco s hills.
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