Suggestions for Scenic Lookout near San Francisco

Stephanie E. • March 3, 2017The cafe is excellent - great selection of food for the hungry hiker and their clam chowder is insanely good!

Matthew L. • April 17, 2013Beautiful spot for Golden Gate Bridge and ocean pictures. One of my favorite spots.

Alex • August 3, 2017Such a great place to watch the sunset, the ocean looks amazing

Lindsey • January 19, 2013Nice coastal hike to the bridge & back. (Just under 3 miles total.) On weekends, get there early to get a parking spot.

Mitch C. • April 1, 2015One of the best views in the city. Great for a trail run (if you don't mind stairs).

Mvenn • April 30, 2016Beautiful mosaic stairs. Views from the top are incredible!

Vojta B. • March 21, 2010Stairs workout with a view to die for or a view with a stairs workout to die at.

Dave • September 11, 2011Walk/run/bike along this nice wide (unpaved) path by the water from the Beach Hut Cafe to Fort Point (about 1.5mi), taking in views of Alcatraz, Crissy Field & the Golden Gate Bridge.

Stephanie R. • June 2, 2015Great place for sweeping views of SF.

Olly C. • July 16, 2012Does what it says on the tin. Good view of the bridge too.

Bob L. • November 13, 2012After you have soaked in the view of Alcatraz, take a walk down the Ecology Trail to El Polin Springs. A short ,but beautiful, hike.

Steve B. • September 22, 2015On a sunny day this is an awesome place to walk or make part of your run.

Rhonda B. • August 28, 2015Accidental find while showing a friend around! Excellent panoramic view of San Francisco!! Easy walk to the top. Worth the view!

Tyler T. • February 19, 2015This is a great decoration to the bridge!!

New York D. • October 2, 2014Super dog friendly!

Amy B. • February 28, 2015Grab a seat on the bench below trail. Amazing view when it isn't foggy.

Mark H. • March 15, 2014Bring binoculars for killer views of the city, bay and Marin.

Rich Y. • January 29, 2017Greats views. Lots of steps.

Ty &. • January 15, 2019Great views of the city at different times of the day.

Charissa F. • March 24, 2013Beautiful, peaceful little secluded nook with a great view of the city. Flowering and scented plants, a sandbox, lots of fun boulders to climb on AND a small slide! Plus some pretty mosaics.

Priscilla B. • February 23, 2016Great view of the bay!!

Majed A. • March 29, 2017Amazing view on San Francisco especially in Sunny clear day.

Mary D. • July 25, 2017Gorgeous views of the Golden Gate Bridge! Dog friendly and an easy walk.

Bennett W W. • November 9, 2014Perfect for jogging, running, relaxation or walking the dog

Curt O. • April 17, 2010Great place to hang out on a sunny day. Closest thing to the beach in SF.

Basak H. • November 19, 2015Try it at night. Beautiful view and stunning city lights. Totally worth the walk up.

Chris G. • June 4, 2010The BEST place to have a blast with friends on a warm sunny day in San Francisco. Great park, great views, great people.

Mike F. • April 19, 2016Amazing views. Easy hike.

Ashwin J. • February 9, 2016Great sandy beach and a fabulous view of the Golden Gate Bridge!

Uncle F. • September 16, 2011The most interesting, cultural, natural, stunning, historic place in the city!