San Pedro Mountain Trail loop from Pacifica

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San Pedro Mountain Trail loop from Pacifica

Hard

3.1

(3)

runners

San Pedro Mountain Trail loop from Pacifica

02:25

18.5km

620m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.73 km

San Pedro Valley County Park Visitor Center

Highlight • Rest Area

San Pedro Valley County Park requires an entrance fee of $6 per vehicle. The park is open from 8 am to sunset. Dogs are not allowed on the Hazelnut Trail.

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6.59 km

Montara Mountain Trail & N Peak Access Rd junction

Highlight • Trail

This access road continues up to the top of Mount Montara, which offers stunning views of San Francisco in the distance. On a clear day, it is possible to see the Golden Gate Bridge.

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7.11 km

San Pedro Mountain Trail

Highlight • Trail

San Pedro Mountain Trail tops out here, fanning into several parallel tracks just below North Peak Access fire road. The views from here are phenomenal, all along the coast to Pacifica and San Francisco.

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8.23 km

Old San Pedro Rd & North Peak Rd junction

Highlight • Trail

At this intersection you either stay in Old San Pedro Road or you take the North Peak Access Road. No matter what road you choose, you will find yourself on fantastic gravel roads that offer amazing views.

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9.44 km

Old San Pedro Mountain Road summit

Highlight • Summit

This isn't the sort of road you'd take a vehicle on, nowadays - but it's great for nontechnical mountain biking, and this high point gives you nice views over the surrounding hills.

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11.9 km

Pacifica Vista on Old San Pedro Mountain Road

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot on Old San Pedro Mountain Road, you get truly stunning, panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding foothills and grasslands. This is a great spot to …

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