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Mount Davidson Stone Staircase

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This mystical stone staircase is nestled in the heart of an urban eucalyptus forest at the highest natural point in San Francisco (928 feet). Visit on a foggy morning for a fairytale-like setting straight out of Lord of the Rings.

Plan

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Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

5am-midnight

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Wide-angle lens (at least 24mm)
  • Sturdy shoes (very muddy and slippery terrain)
  • Warm clothes on a foggy morning

How to get there

N37° 44' 15.2344"W122° 27' 18.1652"
This stone staircase is on Mount Davidson. The GPS coordinates will guide you to Dalewood Way where you can park your car and easily access the trail where I took the featured shot. There are two entrances to Mt Davidson on Dalewood Way: one at the intersection of Dalewood Way and Lansdale Ave and another less obvious one about 220 feet West of that — this is the entrance you want. Once on the trail you'll quickly see the featured staircase on the right-hand side about 20 feet from the start of the trail!

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