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Corona Heights Park
Roosevelt Way &, Museum Way, San Francisco, CA 94114, United States
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Ri
Review №1

Had a good time enjoying the panoramic view of the city. It was a short hike up the hill and windy. Its a bit difficult to find a parking.

Ag
Review №2

Ive been to the top of the Corona Heights Park at least 50 times. Each time Im there is like the first. It is amazingly beautiful and peaceful. The boats passing under the Golden Gate Bridge look like little toys.I recommend biking to the top in the morning to watch the sun rise. You will feel alive!

Ha
Review №3

Tennis court was full. Drove three hours to play here cause I was told the view was fab.Nice view

Sa
Review №4

Beautiful location for city views and also walking your dogs. Parking is a bit limited

Ca
Review №5

Corona Heights is a great lil hilltop park. It has great hiking. The park has a fenced in dog play area. There is ample seating all through the park.Oh yeah, did I mention the beautiful San Francisco Bay Views see even from the flatlands within the park.The park can be very windy so bring a hoodie.

Pa
Review №6

I cant believe I have been so CA many times and have never done this drive. Until recently when my bf suggested it. I was wowed by how amazingly surprised I was. The views are amazing. This drive is an absolute must see!

en
Review №7

Short and easy hike with some of the best views of the city at the summit.

Te
Review №8

A true gem! How often do you find a beautifully landscaped park in the middle of a crowded, urban city. Not to mention, this park is huge! Lots of cute little areas to explore within it like Shakespeare garden of flowers, stow lake, Japanese tea garden, DeYoung Museum, and so on. After a stressful day, taking a stroll is so relaxing. Highly recommend checking it out.

Ju
Review №9

Rugged park with steep, unmaintained paths that lead to the a crown of jagged rocks with sweeping views of the city. There is a fair amount of atreetaide parking below and you can either take the short hike from the top (it’s less than a minute) or a much longer 30 minute hike that snakes it’s way up from below. If you do the second path, there is a nature center which is nice to stop in for. Other than that, wear good shoes and be prepared for a lot of steps!

Da
Review №10

Great views, but lots of trash all over the place. Park fences, steps, and trails are in an overall state of disrepair, but still navigable to any able-bodied person. The views are certainly memorable and there is lots of space for kids to explore and unwind. Accounting for the views, I would say the main issue with this park is how poorly it is maintained. However, San Fransisco is pretty filthy overall, so I cant say this park is any worse than the surrounding neighborhoods and parks.

Bo
Review №11

This is a great hike. I parked on Sunset and Vista and walked up Vista. Be sure to watch the parking signs and only park on the main streets on weekends.

De
Review №12

This park reminds me of Bernal heights park but there’s differences and similarities between y them both have very good bay views and hiking trails this park has big rocks to climb on very cool but is smaller than Bernal heights park very nice park here

Ar
Review №13

Nice view and a short climb. Multiple paths to the top.

Ve
Review №14

Delightful!Bring your jacket, was coldsafety firstIf you come at night make sure youre bring light

Re
Review №15

First time here and it was a great find. Steps and steep areas but very short to the top and well worth it for the views. Beautiful panoramic of the city. Would do it again anyway.

Em
Review №16

Unique orange-red rock outcropping with dramatic drops and panoramic view of the city. Great for climbing, watching the sunset and dog walking.Don’t forget the crows. Some like to mess with dogs.

Ed
Review №17

This place is beautiful. My girlfriend and I came here our first week in SF and its well worth the visit.Its a lovely little family friendly hike to the rocks at the top. There are a bunch of little trails and a lot of great areas to play in. Even better, theres a pleasant dog park attached.I cant speak to how itll be when there are events, but neighborhood parking does look like itd fill up fast. Lets be honest, though. Public transportation is really ideal in the city for a lot of things.All in all, this is a great spot to come and relax or to run around and play.

Pr
Review №18

A cant-miss spot for curiously good views of downtown and the surroundings. Bring a camera and a snack. Come for the panorama, and enjoy the short but steep hiking and the wind sculpture on the parking lot side of the Randall museum while youre there.

Bo
Review №19

Summit has great views of the city and bay on a sunny clear day. Multiple ways to get to the summit. Dog park, playground and 2 different tennis courts around the park. Parking is limited but I got lucky and found the one spot open.

Al
Review №20

A long walk to get there from downtown. Not a big park. Saw many dogs out with their people. Great elevation for a nice leg workout.

St
Review №21

Corona Heights Park offers a wonderful 360 degree view of San Francisco. Ever since stumbling upon the park during my first visit in 2013, it has remained a staple of my subsequent regular visits for work. Whether viewing the city in sunshine or fog, this is the place to go.

Va
Review №22

Definitely a beautiful park for seeing views of the city the sunset time views were amazing. Not a great place for running though. The park is a bit small and trails have lots of twists and turns and steps at many points.

Sm
Review №23

Amazing vantage point where you can see practically the whole of San Francisco. Doesnt take much work to get up there, either - quick walk up a hill and theres a bench there waiting for you... well unless people are already on It, of course.

gr
Review №24

Awesome views of the city. Great place to watch the sunset. I really like the stairs coming up from the tennis courts.If you’re lucky you might get a sighting of the neighborhood coyote.

pa
Review №25

Short hike, great view of downtown SF and Sutro tower

Co
Review №26

Fantastic place to walk your dog with a great view when the weather is nice. Saw people going for a run too. Theres a hill to climb from which you can oversee San Francisco, its gorgeous!

Ge
Review №27

Great sunrise view atop the hill..

An
Review №28

This park is amazing, and I love the rocks that you can hang out on at the very top of the hike. Just one star removed because of the recent crowds that form on the trails and the resting places on top. With that said, you can get an incredible view of the city from up here!

Be
Review №29

A little escape by the lake. The facilities need some TLC but its pretty reasonably priced and a fun variety of things.

Ma
Review №30

Sick place mate! Beware not getting sick there!

Ot
Review №31

Amazing views of SF, great if you like an easy hike.

Pe
Review №32

One of the best places to watch the sun rise above the city. and it doesnt even need a sunrise to kill. ️

El
Review №33

Corona heights is by far my favorite viewpoint of San Francisco. It is relatively unknown so it is not as busy as other view points like Twin Peaks. This being said, there is a little effort involved to get to see this great view. One has to walk about two hundred meters up hill to be able to enjoy the panoramic scenery. However, once at the top you will not be disappointed.

Jo
Review №34

An absolutely incredible little spot. My preferred entrance is near the tennis court on 15th street (next to the preschool)--it gives you a woodsy climb with really nice ups and downs. Quite a bit of it is step-less, so wear shoes that wont slip on the dirt. The entrance on Roosevelt near the dog park is a lot less challenging, significantly shortly, and more leisurely, but fine if youre not one for hiking.Once you summit, youre given by far the best views in SF--you wont see the Golden Gate Bridge (blocked by Buena Vista right next door), but you have a far better, 360 view of the city itself. Strongly recommend summiting for sunrise, its absolutely breathtaking. There arent many people, so your view will be almost completely unobstructed.Strongly, strongly recommended for a beginner or a leisurely urban hike.

Ju
Review №35

Every time I walk up to the top, I feel like Im on Mars with those red rocks.

Ka
Review №36

Beautiful view! Worth the short hike.

We
Review №37

There are amazing views of the West to South to the East side of San Francisco. You also get good views of San Francisco Bay as wellThe hike from the park base to the top is fairly non technical. There are stairs to nearly the top. You can the scramble your way to the top of the rocks.The park is dog friendly.In the afternoon, you can see the fog roll over Sutro Tower into Now Valley.The only thing to beware of is the wind at the top. You can lose your hat.

Ni
Review №38

I forgot how beautiful these views are!! Unreal!! Saw a red-tailed hawk FROM ABOVE!

El
Review №39

Very short local hike with a city view. Can get windy so bring a jacket. Dog park at the bottom.

As
Review №40

Great view of San Francisco City the developed as well as the preserved City. Short hike up the hill.

Ha
Review №41

Gorgeous views of SF! Highly recommend!

Ja
Review №42

We loved it. Best view of San Francisco.

Pa
Review №43

The smoke did not allow us to enjoy the view! :(

Ma
Review №44

Awesome park.got some amazing photos of downtown SF SKYLINE

Za
Review №45

Pretty amazing views. Great place for dogs and people alike!

Bi
Review №46

Spectacular views.

Jo
Review №47

Great location for a panoramic view of the city. Have to be able to climb around 100 stairs to the top but well worth it due to the spectacular views

Av
Review №48

Great views on the city. Nice trail around it and. For dog owners, theres a fenced dog park at the bottom of the hill.

sa
Review №49

This is the best outdoor adventure playground I have ever seen anywhere. Hands down. If someone knows of a better/bigger one, please let me know.Sometimes it can get crowded here but thats your fault for coming during peak hours. If you get here early in the morning, its pretty much wide open.

Te
Review №50

Perfect view of San Francisco’s skyline well worth the hike up the hill.

Pa
Review №51

I can see people standing on The Fist at the top of Corona Heights from my window. I make regular walks to the park as a matter of getting a good cardio workout. In addition to the hill and park serving humans for recreation and exercise, there is a sizable dog park available for those with dogs.

Pr
Review №52

Tiny park, easily accessible, with a stunning view of the Bay. Sunset and sunrise are incredible.

Jo
Review №53

We decided wed head out over to Corona Heights after breakfast one day.You can take the muni metro from downtown and then its a steep walk up a few residential side streets to find the park nestling at the top. There are various entrances usually via tiny access alleys.The walk to the top is certainly more of a hike, it is stepped but not hard standing etc. The views are 360 and spectacular. Its well worth it for that top of town vista, but be prepared to work for it. Castro is nearby too for a different route back downtown if desired.

ky
Review №54

Nice little getaway only a short walk away from Castro. Nice view of the city.

Ge
Review №55

There are two spots in San Francisco to get a clear view of the city from an area with height. Twin Peaks is my normal destination. However, I saw another hill that would put my viewpoint even closer to downtown, thus reducing the amount of smog in my photographs. Googlemaps revealed that to be Corona Heights Park.After rolling to that neighborhood, I could not find any street parking as the locals take up all of the spots. Finally, I found the Randall Museum with a parking lot that was wide open. Behind the museum is a trail that leads you to the top of the park. Simply stated, these are the types of photographs that you can get from there.

Ka
Review №56

Some of the best views of the city and not too much of a hike

Ke
Review №57

Beautiful views. Not too crowded. Nice place to take a solitary walk or one with a friend it just chill out!

Ma
Review №58

Quiet place to spend an afternoon in the city with some solid views.

Ma
Review №59

I arrived there as i was glancing in Castro, and good lord it was nice. It is not very known, so not a lot of ppl.Its a rocky hill, that has an AMAZING view of downtown, Castro and Twin Peaks.I actually prefer this view point to Twin Peaks as it is closer and very different from all the other hills around. You won t be disappointed !

vi
Review №60

Very nice view point with a mini hike.

To
Review №61

Worth walking up to the top for some nice views. The walk is not too tough

Tr
Review №62

Apart from twin peaks, buena vista park and coil tower, this is one of the best places to have wonderful views of the city. Very short walk to the top of the hill on a fair day, especially close to sunset for better views. If you are lucky you might see coyotes.

Tz
Review №63

Very nice pick, Nice view, Rough climing

Sa
Review №64

It is an amazin park, calm and quiet. There have a bolts in front of the park and is a Marina in San Francisco. Nice place to take pictures, picnics and hang out with friends. Excellent view of the Golden gate bridge.

Wi
Review №65

The view is pretty. If you are near definitely stop by.

Al
Review №66

Great views of SF and serious vertical hike to get there!

Be
Review №67

Beautiful views just a bit windy

St
Review №68

This place has a seriously amazing view of all of San Fran! You can see basically everything except Golden Gate bridge. It isnt too hard to hike up, and is 100% worth it. I heard of another place not too far away from here where you can get a 360° view of everything, not sure where that is at though. A local just told me about it.

Am
Review №69

Amazing viewpoint of SF.

an
Review №70

Top 3 fav parks of sf

Am
Review №71

Amaecams ^`m Ams

da
Review №72

Ideal for dogs, with a great View, proper facilities. And space.

Ar
Review №73

Easy dog-friendly hike that’s not touristy Lots of quiet moments.

An
Review №74

Beautiful, mostly underrated part of the City with some spectacular, confusing views that will take your understanding of the SF layout and warp it like Inception or something. You really get a sense for what makes up an organic urban plan. View from Corona Heights looking SE towards Bernal.

Da
Review №75

Its one of the higher panoramic spots in the city and great for people and dog walking. And within a half mile or so are lots of good restaurants and cafes.

Jo
Review №76

Pretty steep, great views, and some tennis/basketball courts/playground for entertaining the whole family

To
Review №77

Quiet place over looking the City!

Ro
Review №78

Feels like you’re on top of the world.

Pa
Review №79

A scenic destination allowing one to take in a great view of San Francisco from its peak. The park itself is beautiful in its own right, especially as the sun is going down.

De
Review №80

Nice view, worth the small walk to the top

uu
Review №81

A cute little hike resulting in really really good views of the city. Golden gate bridge view is blocked by the next hill over, which is Buena Vista, with ironically worse views but much prettier woods/trees/wildlife.

al
Review №82

This has got to be one of the best places in San Francisco to walk your dog. Or to smooch with your lover, or both. The views of the city or sick. Really never to crowded. Walk up the trail to the top of the peak(not hard) and behold the beauty of San Francisco. I go 3 times a week . They are open from 5am-12am. right down the street is the Randell Museum . Enjoy!!!!

Ba
Review №83

Mind blowing views. Go before sunset and you won’t regret it.

Fr
Review №84

Great place to see the city

Ad
Review №85

A very doable climb for the whole family and a gorgeous view. I prefer it over Twin Peaks. Its perfect if youre living or simply exploring the Castro. Perfect for pup owners as -- Corona Heights has a dog park and is super close to the Duboce Dog Park.

Pa
Review №86

One of the best places in all of San Francisco to meet other dogs and their humans both on leash and off.

Sk
Review №87

Such a great view and more!

Je
Review №88

Corona Heights is the perfect location to get an amazing view and scenery of the whole city. It’s not as high as Twin Peaks but it’s easy to access from Market Street and Castro.

Sy
Review №89

Beautiful views and nice trails. It’s right by the Randall Museum and lovely to walk through on the way there or back. It’s a steep but simple walk up there from the Castro or even the Haight.

Sa
Review №90

Loved it. Do yourself a favor. Take a chair and sit up there. And then spread your arms and your on top of the world!

Sa
Review №91

I love coming here. A small park but amazing views, and always nice to just sit and look out.

Ke
Review №92

Dry, rocky, and steep. Recommend Buena Vista park nearby instead. Panoramic views from the top are great but you can find similar elsewhere.

Mi
Review №93

Great mix of views, childrens playground, dog park, tennis and basketball.

Be
Review №94

Beautiful skyline. You can summit hiking through the trail head close to the tennis court (easy) or you can take the stairs at the end of the 16th. If you are near the Castro metro station this park is a must.

gi
Review №95

Good spot to see SF and less crowded than other spots

Sh
Review №96

Great trail run top Hill and different view of city

Li
Review №97

My favorite park in the city. Relatively easier hike from Roosevelt Way corner Museum Way.

Ka
Review №98

The playground hasnt changed in 40 years, its awesome and theres a garden now. Just needs a water fountain(used to have1).

Ph
Review №99

A great spot to enjoy the view in the city

az
Review №100

The hill’s just a little way off market st. It’s a short climb to the top and is a great vantage point over the city. Ideal for a bit of quiet time.

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  • Address:Roosevelt Way &, Museum Way, San Francisco, CA 94114, United States
  • Site:https://sfrecpark.org/
  • Phone:+1 415-831-2700
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Park
Working hours
  • Monday:5am–12am
  • Tuesday:5am–12am
  • Wednesday:5am–12am
  • Thursday:5am–12am
  • Friday:5am–12am
  • Saturday:5am–12am
  • Sunday:5am–12am
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:No
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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