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Evening

Golden Hour at Mt. Davidson

Catch the last warm light on San Francisco’s highest point before heading to a nearby pub for the night.

Best time: 15 OctoberAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:47

    Taqueria Miraloma

    Grab a burrito to go from Taqueria Miraloma. It is a small stand in the Miraloma neighborhood, perfect for a quick bite before the climb.

  2. 17:17

    Mt. Davidson Park

    Walk up to Mt. Davidson Park. The trails wind through eucalyptus trees toward the large cross. Arrive with enough time to find a clear view of the western horizon.

  3. 18:32

    Mt. Davidson Park

    Watch the sun sink toward the WSW. The golden light fades quickly, leaving the city lights beginning to twinkle below.

  4. 19:17

    Miraloma Club

    Head down to the Miraloma Club. This neighborhood watering hole is close by and open late, offering a pool table and a relaxed atmosphere to wind down after the hike.

Local tip

Check the route for the best path down from the park to the Miraloma neighborhood. The climb back up is steep, so pace yourself.

Check before you go

  • Taqueria Miraloma is open daily from 09:00 to 21:30.
  • The Miraloma Club does not list specific hours, so verify opening times locally.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to San Francisco (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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