Lands End

This place is absolutely serene and gorgeous.
A well needed respite from the City.
Beautiful location to view the Golden Gate and if you're lucky see the dolphin swimming in the rocks below.
If you want to see some interesting and gorgeous houses drive around the Sea Cliff neighborhood just adjacent to Lands End.

Lands End is one of my favorite trails in the Bay Area. Every time we visit, I always want to take a walk here! The trail is only about 1.5 miles so it isn't too bad at all and it's got some stunning views!

It can get a bit chilly if it is windy. The trail is dog friendly as well! On our most recent trip, we took our doggo to walk here and he loved it!

There are some areas that have a lot of stairs, like the beach. You don't have to go down there but you can! If you do, just prepared for the stair master in real life!


Definitely recommend if you've never been. They have a parking lot too but it gets busy so you may or may not be able to find a parking spot.

An odd intersection of man and nature. Beautiful sunsets and ocean views - probably one of the nicest places for photo opportunities.

This place is a park and is of course mostly nature. The beach, the ocean, trees, bushes - wild flowers.... But there are just enough hints of man made stairs and skeleton bones from Sutro Baths and graffiti on old foundations that it makes the place very interesting. I'd say its perfectly imperfect.

The stairs make the hike down very quick - you don't even notice it because your so fixated on the ocean views and the sunset and the sounds of the waves crashing against the rocks. If your lucky its a clear day and you can see out - far into the distance.

Hiking trails for novice hikers. It feels more like a walk - but a beautiful one. Time goes by more quickly around here so there is your warning. Might also want to bring a jacket as it can be sort of windy at times.

There are two parking lots - I think either works - the point here isn't to get the closest parking spot and do this quick - this is a small afternoon outing that is best done in an hour or two. If you do have an EV there are two charging spots - but be carful - everybody in SF has an EV so they are likely taken. Don't come with a dead battery.

A visitor center is at the top - I have never been in there but there are some water fountains for humans and dogs. The visitor center is part of the man made that beautifully blends with the surrounding nature. Its small and tastefully done with nice details.

Sutro Baths is another point of interest here. Apparently this was some sort of swimming pool type place - I assume using fresh salt water sometime around that late 1890s. Later in the mid 1940s I believe Sutro Baths closed. There are remnants of the place and foundations and green soupy water. Interestingly enough it doesn't smell that bad - must be high salt water content keeping the bacteria from growing. None the less I wouldn't want to fall in this green stuff.... and there are so many people around here balancing and walking past one another - it would be very possible.

I liked the graffiti on the concrete slabs. It makes from good Instagram worthy photographs. I often see tourists going to the ugly parts of Oakland - and taking photos in front of graffiti - I'm sure its a thing.

Your time here could be hindered by fog. Fair warning. I think for that reason and for reasons of danger and falling down cliffs I took a star away. That is my warning to you. Watch your kids and dogs and whatever and bring a sweater.

Within a short walking distance from the lower or upper parking lot (I suggest you try parking at the upper one) there are jaw dropping views of the San Francisco Bridge, the Sutro Baths, and the heart shaped rock nearby.

A nice and easy hike with clear paths are fantastic to walk.

Incredible views of the landscape and golden gate bridge in the distance, remarkable and lovely Sutro Baths ruins, decent trail lined with endless trees and greenery and no exhausting inclines, a visitor center that displays and sells items related to the nature and history of this place (Lands End Lookout and restrooms open 9-5pm daily), historical shipwreck remains and USS SF memorial on site, and Ocean Beach just steps away. This is far more than just a park, it's a breathtaking and delightful destination for individuals, couples, and families. Clean and well kept for the most part. Lots of free parking, too.

Lands End has been a family favorite for years! Every time we have friends/family visiting this is the one place in SF we HAVE to take them! It's such a great place to be in the city, without feeling like you're actually in the city.

The views of the Golden Gate, and if you're here on a clear day - the Farallon islands, are spectacular. With all the trees, plants, and different rock formations (both natural and manmade) there's beauty just about everywhere you look - not to mention the surrounding ocean of course.

Lands End has multiple different areas to explore and routes to take, so you can come here many times before seeing it all. The Sutro baths are a must see, and if you can maneuver lots of steps or a steep hill they are worth the trek down. Don't forget to check out the cave while you're down there too!

Though it's no longer there, the area that was always known to have labyrinth is a great spot to get a view of the golden gate and watch boats cruise into the bay. There are a couple ways to access this area, both do involve quite a few steps, with the beach side having more of an incline.

Parking and visiting is free, though be aware that parking can fill up quickly on a nice weekend. The parking lot also has well kept bathrooms and a gift shop.

Super nice scenery, windy bring a light jacket.. A lot of different routes you can take for different scenery's. Also some areas with plenty of stairs..

Gorgeous viewpoints, beautiful trails. One of my go-to spots to take visitors. There are plenty of reviews praising the park itself so I'll focus on the gift shop. There are so many wonderful items here from books to art prints. The staff is friendly and helpful. It's a great place to pick up souvenirs!

A hike from the Lands End Lookout, down to Sutro Baths, up & down to Mile Rock Beach, & past the Lands End golf course out towards Presidio area & back took about 2-2.5hrs. Dog friendly hike with a good amount of stairs! The view of the GGB is spectacular on Mile Rock Beach.

Born and Breed this has always been my sanctuary.

The fresh sea air, the views, the light.

There are few places that capture that "je ne sais quoi" feeling.....this is one of them.

Every time I come back I grab a burrito or sandwich and head here ....you should too.

It will mesmerize you as well

This is a very assessable location with a visitor center, and lots of parking. FYI do not leave luggage or valuables in your car.

Being perched over the Sutro Bath Ruins, and given that there are both trails to the Ruins below, and to The Legion of Honor located in Lincoln Park this is a great starting point if you want to explore.

From this location you can often sight numerous ships entering , and leaving the San Francisco Bay, and spy wondrous Sunsets .

If you opt to explore via the Trails then please wear sensible shoes that can get a little dirty, and have on hand a light jacket due to the persistent marine layer fog. If you are in need of beverages, light snacks, or sun screen there is also a Walgreens a few blocks East at 25 Point Lobos Ave.

If you opt to hike toward the Legion of Honor you will be rewarded with magnificent views of the Golden Gate Bridge, and Strait. It's worth the Hike.