This is one of my favorite parks (although I have quite a few) in the city. It also offers a fair amount of climbing - watch your step as there is loose gravel here & there. The panoramic views make it worth the effort. The Franciscan chert is truly magnificent read more

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Took my little one here to play and hike months ago. The view is lovely here, but lots of active coyotes warning signs all over the mountain when we visited. Also some areas here are very steep and I don't recommend coming here when it's raining as the area can get very slippery. The dog run area is okay. Lots of room for the little one to run around, but I probably won't bring him back because it's out of the way for us, and for the other concerns I listed above. read more

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** The following review reflects my experience DURING the COVID-19 pandemic. ** This is one of those oddly placed spots in the city that I had heard of every now and then but never bothered visiting. At least until the pandemic hit and I was desperately looking for some variety in my walking paths. Even though I've been walking to the Castro almost weekly, I had not ventured much north of Market because I figured most of it was residential and hell, I had already been to Buena Vista Park several times. In fact, I had to use my GPS to find this place because it's not really visible to ignorant locals like myself. I had mistakenly entered the isolated area where the playground and rock climbing wall are (photo: https://bit.ly/2HtfzzZ). In order to get to the top, I then figured out I had to walk up a narrow stairwell on Flint and around the tennis courts in order to follow the dirt path upward. A long series of stepwise railroad ties led me up to the craggy summit where I got a much clearer view of downtown than the one you get at Buena Vista. Apparently this formation was once a quarry, and it still has that vibe. The walk up and around the top was short and certainly worthwhile for vista point junkies. RELATED - Exploring the Castro? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2HrpFPC read more

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I can't tell you how many times we've driven by. We never noticed this park. It's located adjacent to the Randall Museum. With the current pandemic a group of us have been riding our e-bikes throughout the City. Today we made a stop here. There are a series of steps to the top where you can take in breathtaking views. Allow a few minutes to walk up. What fantastic views. And on we were here on a clear gorgeous afternoon. So beautiful. We are so fortunate to live in the City read more

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tl;dr: Great little park with good views of the city at the peak. Also, ideal for dog owners. You'll able to see the Golden Gate bridge, Bay, and the ocean. Depending on what path you take, you may want to wear hiking shoes as it can get a bit muddy. I would avoid the path up the park near the tennis courts if you have mobility issues as it's quite rocky and steep. If you're just here to walk, it would probably take you about 30 minutes, so not necessarily a place to come if you're looking for a long hike. The park itself is very popular area for dog lovers and there's a dog park that was filled with 10-15 dogs. read more

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Beautiful views of the city! The entrance was definitely a bit hard to find. We parked on Castro and walked up Beaver. We did this hike with our baby which was a little tricky because there were some parts that had tiny rocks which might be dangerous if you aren't really watching each step etc. However there were some very nice shots along the way and it's a little hidden gem. read more

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Rocky hills in middle of the city. The map at the entrance shows easy , moderate , challenging routes. If you're in decent physical shape , you can easily do all three levels of routes . You can climb onto the huge clusters of boulders at the peak if you are not vertigo like me , but be safe it's SUPER windy especially at the peak. Pro: sweeping view of the city , Sutro Tower . Not as crowded as the Twin Peaks. Close from Buena Vista Park Park rating : 5/5 Humans: 26 Wildlife:0 Stroller friendly: not so much since even on the flat surface at the bottom , the surface is filled with mulches. ADA friendly: unfortunately no read more

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One of my favorite views of the city! It only takes about a 10-15 minute walk up a hill for beautiful 360 degree views. There's also a dog park on one side of this hill. read more

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We were looking for a nice place to walk while visiting in SF and found this place. It was a beautiful park with wide trails and lots of stairs, but it's worth it with amazing views the whole way up. There's even a place at the very top that has 360° views. We went on a Saturday afternoon and it wasn't too busy, so it was easy to social distance even when passing others. Going up and down took about 45 minutes total -- it's a fairly short trail with easy parking on the street nearby. read more

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Just walked up here from my house, it took no time and a little effort but got the best views around! Morning hike was so gorgeous and didn't take forever:) read more

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Corona Heights has a many things going for it such as its central location, unique rock formations, stunning views, and hiking trails. The entrance on Roosevelt is the most direct but for a more rustic trail enter on 15th st to the right of the school. Blackberry bushes adorn the beginning of this path in the summertime. Hiking-wise the park has some trails but it seems to be more popular for people walking dogs and hanging out with friends taking in the view mesmerized by its beauty. To make it more of a longer hike it's best to add on Buena Vista Park and/or the Saturn and Vulcan stairs nearby. On a clear day the view is amazing and you can see all the way to the East Bay but keep it mind it can get very windy here. read more

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Very short hike. So easy! Lol.. but the view is very pretty. I visited this spot with my bestie last month, and there were alot of people just perched up on the rocks. At the time, the sun had already set so it was getting kinda dark there, and you can definitely see the city lights starting to brighten up the darkening skyline. 3.5 stars. read more

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Corona Heights Summit is my new favorite place in San Francisco. It's better than Twin Peaks, because you can see Twin Peaks from Corona Heights. The park makes for a fantastic little hike in the heart of San Francisco. It's Steep and some of the terrain is just a little rugged. But when you get to the top the view is fantastic. And then there's the geology. If you're interested in geology, you will love this park. Bedded chert everywhere. And off of 15th and beaver you'll find the most amazing slickenside side anywhere. If you don't know what it's look inside is, look it up on Google. read more

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Nice park with good views. It's a bit of a hike depending on which side you go on but there's a nice 360 view of the city.

One of the best views in the city. Epic experience. Sit atop a rock and ponder the surrounding beauty. Native plants blooming all over. A coyote sanctuary. Other reviewers leaving mediocre reviews are basing on personal hiking experience... this is nothing but a 5-star location , the hike isn't long or super easy but that really shouldn't reflect in "stars" -- nowhere does this say anything but a park. If you want to review a hike, go to a specific hiking trail and review that. Leave this park out of your biased hiking reviews, it's a gem and deserves to be treated as one. It's a place to focus on enjoying the views and nature, not focus on working out. If you want an epic "hike" -- go to Tennessee Valley trail in Marin. read more

LOCAL PARK WITH AN SF VIEW Great local park and dog park with a beautiful view, situated on top of Corona Heights. Dog Park: The dog park is fenced all around, but is only one main area for both big and small dogs. NOT a recommended dog park if your big dog doesn't get along well with small dogs, or vice versa. Area is large enough to where there is ample space for larger dogs to run around without it being overly crowded. The area is mostly a combination of dirt and mulch in some areas, so make sure to bring a towel to wipe off your dog if it had rained recently. Otherwise, at the corner of the park there is a beautiful overlooking the Embarcadero and parts of the Financial District. Husky owners: One thing I will say is that some areas of the fence around the park can be fairly low in height, so make sure to watch your doggo at all times. We did get a bit anxious when we noticed this, knowing huskies could easily jump over almost any fence if they were to see a squirrel on the other side of it. Hiking/Park Area: A short hike, but includes a good incline for those looking for a little cardio and calves burning. I would say it took no more than maybe 7 minutes to get to the very top of the incline, which gives you a 360 view of the surrounding area. Please note this area DOES have coyotes onsite. We stumbled across one on our way up the hill, and decided to leave quickly since we had Shadow with us during that time. Parking: It's SF, so parking is...you guessed it - SUCKS. The park does NOT provide a private lot, so you're forced to parallel park in the surrounding neighborhood nearby. Please note, this is a pretty HILLY area, so if you're not used to parallel on either a steep incline or decline, maybe bring a friend who can help you. There are very limited parts where it's a bit flatter and easier to park at, but again, that's maybe 1 or 2 parking spots at most. Overall, a great LOCAL park/dog park for those itching for a mini SF adventure with your fellow doggo. Excellent for those who live nearby! read more

This is a nice park that houses Randall Museum, but we didn't visit today. The small group of 4 people started at Twin Peaks Bar in the Castro. Then we had to climb the hill to this place. It has some rocky parts to climb around. There are views of the city and it is a different view than the Twin Peaks area. It was completely new to me and then we somehow made our way to Buena Vista Park. This path is really unique and not something that I have done. From Castro to the Haight District, it takes an hour. It is uphill and downhill. This is probably not a dog park in SF. read more

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Turn down the noise and turn up the quiet in your life. Corona Heights park is predominantly a dog park, with both a fenced in playground for doggies and a small patch of green for the lil pooch (and their master!) to run around. Located amidst a residential area of Twin Peaks/Upper Castro, this park is located on Roosevelt Ave, near the Randall Museum. The park itself is not that big, but it has this amazing rock formation, can be easily climbed but there are no rails, so be careful. When you reach the peak, you'll feel the strong winds but will marvel at the unobstructed views of downtown SF and Twin Peaks. You can always come here and find that it's never crowded. It's almost as if, this is SF's best kept secret. read more

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Great gated dog park and 360 view of SF. I go here 4 times a week with the dog and I just love this dog park because it's gates, the people are cool, the dogs are fun and it's mostly mulch on the ground with a small muddy patch towards the back. There are also big trunks of trees if you want to do some agility training with your dogs. You can meander up the rocky out crop and check out the view...it's wonderful! read more

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I'm not sure why I couldn't find any postings for Corona Heights, perhaps it's included in the review for Randall Museum (http://www.yelp.com/biz/N9bEFoatbzaXjPHfbbUH4w), but I thought this park, with one of my favorite views of the city, deserved its own posting. If you've never climbed up the hill at Corona Heights to enjoy the great view (see photos) you've got to try it. One of the several ways to reach the peak is to street park your vehicle at the corner of Roosevelt Way and Museum Way. There is an entrance with a path leading to the peak with dog play area to the left. The climb is a bit steep at points, but nothing difficult. You also don't need a car since this park is very close to Castro Street Station on MUNI. While the altitude here is lower than Twin Peaks (http://www.yelp.com/biz/WV2fVK6OJfzn2BkRGpbP7A), you are closer to the city so you get to enjoy the details of buildings from Civic Center and Hayes Valley to Potrero Hill and Mission. The best part was the quiet and peaceful environment it provided for you to sit back and relax, unlike tourist bus invated Twin Peaks. Also, I think this view is far better than the view from the peak of Buena Vista Park (http://www.yelp.com/biz/M-oyI3PMmr9FIECvb-21YA) where the trees block most of the view. read more

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Yeesh, I hate to give up a killer "secret" spot to view the SF skyline, but Corona Heights Park (CHP) is better than the tourist-laden Twin Peaks (TP). Located above the Castro District and downslope from TP, CHP is a downright odd place with rock outcroppings and a close-up view of downtown and The SF Bay. Lot's of dogs too - it has a dog park. I found the place during an exploratory mission of SF several months ago and returned this past weekend with a whole crew of "day-trippers." Parking is sketchy, footing borders on deadly, views are spectacular and CHP is a 5 star spot to me. PLEASE don't go there, tell anyone about it or advertise in any way/shape/form its "badassness!" 5 stars read more

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I came here for a special Dachshund friendly event and this park doesn't disappoint. It's one place that's pretty unique and stands out from the hustle and bustle of San Francisco. Once you go up to the right sections, it's virtually sound proof. I had no idea it was going to be so calming. This is not the only best part about Corona Heights Park, believe it or not there is ample parking available if you are not taking public transit. I originally thought there was going to be less parking but even during pride weekend, there are still spots available at the museum attached and did I mention everything is free except food? I had no idea the park is in a rugged setting. It actually hugs a small hill. There is something for everyone here. If you play tennis or did so before, this is the place for you. Last this park has no tourists, it's all locals and they are real nice. There's something for everyone Drawback: bathrooms are limited here so don't drink too much fluids upon arriving. Shade can be hard to find on a hot day so plan ahead. Despite being close to public transport the commute to this area can be slow on city event days. read more

Great dog park. The wooden chips they added make all the difference. I am a dog walker so I like to use this park as a variation for my dogs. Beautiful views and everything is well kept. 2 things I dont like: - The fences on the street/housing side are too low. So if a crazy dog loses a ball there.. who knows what'll happen. It hasn't happen in my case but it's really easy to jump over for medium to large sized dogs - Some dog walkers here think they own the park and are assholes. It varies from flat out ignoring you to getting yelled at because you missed one of your 8 dogs take a dump. Don't have eyes in the back of my head. I wish tho. Fix yourself people, and maybe pick up dog waste you see that somebody might have missed. Not everyone is an *ssh*le. read more

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Such a great view! The stairs are a killer but a good short walk. Parking is not a problem! Not crowded so it's a great place to come for a nice walk/hike. Would definitely come again! read more

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An urban hike that is so totally worth the effort and trudge for the near panoramic views of San Francisco at the very top. We probably went up the hardest possible way and at time veered off course to make it more difficult for ourselves but in the end, we were rewarded for our effort. It's so nice to take a moment to sit back and admire the city we love to call home and the views here are great. It's easy to get here since the Castro Muni is but a stone's throw away and there are few things better better than rewarding your cardiovascular effort, besides enjoying the views, with a nice adult beverage at one of Castro's many generous happy hours after. Love SF!!! read more

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(+) great for dogs (off leash) (+) incredible city view (+) water fountains for dogs (+) easy, small trail to the top. Not difficult to climb (-) took us a little time to find, but nonetheless a great place to walk around & play with my dog read more

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Great views of downtown. And I've knocked out another of SF's hills. Funny, I was looking down upon Corona Heights from Tank Hill and thought, "Might as well try that hill since I haven't been there yet". So, that's where we headed from Tank Hill. Wonderful views of many parts of SF from up there. Go late afternoon for the best lighting -- as we did. read more

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Corona Heights is such a hidden gem and beautiful place to visit if you want to escape the hectic city life for a bit! Discovered this place during my 7-Mile Run towards Golden Gate Park and I was surprised that a scenic place like this in San Francisco even existed! I'm so glad I took a detour because the view here is breathtaking and makes you appreciate living in SF even more. I would definitely take my friends visiting out of town here since there is plenty of parking and is an easy walk. I'm definitely running here more often! It's worth all the up-hill running on State Street! read more

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This hill is a small, dog-friendly park. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the top and the incline isn't bad. They have wood steps at certain parts of the hike, making it easier for footing. The view of San Francisco from the top is amazing. You can also see Twin Peaks from here. This place is not very touristy, so it is not crowded. There are no seats up here, so keep in mind you will need to sit on the ground or rocks if needed. read more

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This one of my favorite hills to visit. Amazing views and my photos turn out amazing too. Feels like I am somewhere else and not in the middle of SF. A short 10 - 15 hike will bring you to the top of the hill. I see people climb to the top of the borders and just sit and gaze at the amazing views. Always nice to explore the hills of SF. read more

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The best view of the city hands-down. How can you find another chill park to go on a hike away from the hoopla and people surrounding SF? You can't! Corona Heights park is perfect for dogs, pups, and people alike. I've even seen a cat-on-a-leash so it's a perfect park for everyone. Check out the view for yourself one day. Just pick a warm one and you'll be happy. I've heard it gets quite windy up there. read more

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A dog friendly park with a spectacular view. Same view you can see from Mission Dolores Park and Twin Peaks but without the crowds. From the SFMTA Castro station, go up Castro St., makes a left on 16th St., and then right on Flint St. You'll see the dirt path to the park shortly afterwards. It's some steep steps towards the summit but you are rewarded with a 360 degree view of The City. I brought my camera and tripod to take some scenic views of San Francisco. Be sure to wear layers since it was very windy at times when I was there last night and I was freezing up there. Then again it's been cold the past few weeks. read more

Fantastic dog park! Took my pup here for the first time this weekend and we all loved it. The park is just the right size. Not huge like Fort Funston, and not just a small park for dogs. This park is great on a clear day for an easy walk/hike. Go all the way to the top for a 360 view of the city. Dog park is in the back area near the entrance. Large enough for several dogs to play fetch without running into each other. Great view here as well. Easy to find parking here and fairly central in the city. Overall a great place for canines and humans alike! One complaint is I wish they have more trash cans around the park so people don't have to carry around their dog poop. read more

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Nice fenced in park with fantastic city views. Willie had a blast running around with dozens of tiny dogs at the monthly Chihuahua Cha Cha Cha (think Pug Sunday with Chihuahuas...you gotta see it to believe it) -1 star for the nasty wind and the poor dog that was made to wear a skirt by it's owner. Please people, if you must dress your dog do so with dignity! read more

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All the tourist flock to Twin Peaks, but if you're looking for a more intimate view of the city and don't mind climbing some steps, this is worth it to check out. From between the rocks at the middle of the park, you'll get a 270 degree view of the city, including Pacific Heights, Downtown, and the Mission / Castro. You can sneak in at night too, if you're looking for a make-out spot. read more

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I honestly have always wanted to go to Corona Heights Park ever since I passed by it back in late 2015! I had a prediction that San Francisco would be beautiful during sunset, and I stood corrected! My boyfriend and I spent our four months here (yeah, not too long) and got some food. It was a little chilly, so we ate at the foot of the hill. We luckily found parking in the street and easily climbed on top. It was easier than I thought, haha. It was during one of those lunar eclipses when we went to the top. The sky lit up with beautiful colors that looked like it was from a painting. I definitely would love to come back here again! read more

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Holy sweet God damn... The view is nuts. You thought Twin Peaks were nice? Think again... this hidden gem is hands down the best view of the city, without question. Grab a seat against a rock so the wind doesn't blow you over... and you're sittin at one of San Francisco's best kept secrets. What's better? No tourists! Best view. No question. 5 stars. read more

If twin peaks is too windy, this is the place to be! I can imagine myself watching fireworks here in the near future... Oops that was suppose to be my secret.. Oh well what good is a secret if you can't tell anyone?! I've came here during the day and nights, and the nights are my favorite because the view of SF is just breathtaking, but BEWARE there are sneaky THIRSTYYYY mosquitos everywhere!!! I got at least 8 last night :'( read more

I really wanted to love Corona Heights! Pros: easy parking big fenced in area for dogs great views of the city Cons: fenced in area does not have separation for big/small dogs lots of dog walkers bring their dogs here to play and some of them can be a little too aggressive (there were a fair share of germans, pit bulls, etc) material of the doggie play area-if you have a poodle or poodle mix (we have a doodle) the material of the doggie play area really gets matted into their fur. We spent a few hours removing the sharp sticks out of our pup's body and paws. It really gets stuck in there too. As long as you are aware of the cons, the pros are really great! We won't be bringing our pooch back just because it takes too much out of mommy and daddy to de-mat her hair! read more

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL VIEW... I loved this place. I was looking for a place to eat outside and saw a park nearby on google maps. So I went to it but didn't realize I had to go up some steep streets. However, once I entered the park, the hike up was not hard at all. you get an amazing view of SF from a very high point. Can't really describe it, but you gotta go and check it out. The wind is also pretty strong, so if it's a chilly day, make sure to bring a windbreaker or something. If you want, I also recommend buying a sandwich from Ike's Place (not that far away) and taking it up here to eat it. beautiful! read more