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Philosopher's Way Trailhead, Visitacion Valley
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Philosopher's Way Trailhead

  • 4.7170 reviews
  • Free

A peaceful, elevated city trail offering sweeping views and quiet spots for reflection. Expect well-marked walking paths, interpretive signage and overlooks — ideal for photographers, dog walkers and anyone seeking a contemplative urban nature escape.

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Philosopher's Way Trailhead in short

When is the best time to visit Philosopher's Way Trailhead?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Philosopher's Way Trailhead indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Where is Philosopher's Way Trailhead?

1229-1399 Mansell St,San Francisco, CA 94134,United States.

Right now · 12:45 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Sun's out
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Outdoors

Worth knowing

  • Hours unknown: check before you go

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Best time to go

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Plan your visit

Hours

Hours aren't listed. Call or check the website before you go.

Where and how

  1. 1 Philosopher's Way Trailhead
  2. 2 Jerry Garcia Amphitheater · 8 min
  3. 3 John McLaren Park · 8 min
  4. 4 Mission Blue · 14 min
  5. 5 McLaren Park Trails · 19 min
1229-1399 Mansell St, San Francisco, CA 94134, United States(opens the map)DirectionsTo Visitacion ValleyCall+16505167657Websiteca-sanfranciscorecandparks.civicplus.com

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.7from 170 reviews

Known for

  • Nature walks
  • Photography
  • Walking trails
  • Scenic views

The feel

  • Quiet
  • Spacious
  • Tourists
  • Solo friendly
  • Pet owners

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a light layer. Sunglasses all day. Sunscreen until 2 pm.

Your full outfit
  • Light layerThe whole time
  • SunglassesThe whole time
  • SunscreenUntil 2 pm