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Beautiful scenery. During the colder season, the fog gives it a Silent Hill vibe, which made it even more memorable. I was also happy I got to bring my furbaby. Definitely a place I'd come back to.
Parking everywhere, free and plenty Time: Sunrise to Sunset, please be respectful of the surrounding nature Be on the quieter side, don't overstep or destroy the pathway, clean up after yourselves Right next to the coastal trails where you can see Marin and the Golden Gate, another great walk Dog friendly and seen many visitors of many ages, kids and elderly There is the long staircase down to the beach, a secret cave!! and some rough rocky spots, but overall an okay walk
We had a lovely day at Sutro bath ruins where there is an amazing view and beautiful patch of calla lilies. It's quite a drive to get here but well worth it for a nice hike by the ocean and a view of the Golden Gate Bridge as well.
I've been going to Sutro baths for decades. It was cool then and it's even cooler now. Love the trails and the updated structures. Loving the dj pop ups! So lucky to live here and be surrounded by all this beauty
We didn't make it down to the Sutro Baths; only saw it from the top of the hill. I can only imagine how it looked back in the day, but now it sits abandoned as the fog eerily rolls in. The National Park Service has information on the Sutro Baths, including historical photographs and links to other sites where it goes into more detail. Worth a visit to learn about this historic landmark. Parking is located off the side of the road. Signs are posted, warning not to leave valuables in your car due to theft. But other than that little warning sign, it's a place to consider dropping by and checking out.
At the turn around point of the Land's End Trail, we had the opportunity to go a little further. Down the hill we went and explored the remains of the once massive indoor public bathhouse built in the 1890s, which housed salt water pools, museums and gardens. Unfortunately there is not much remaining of this seemingly once amazing structure, but realizing what once stood here, and seeing the massive foot print of a structure built over 130 years ago was humbling. I'm sure it would have been an amazing site to see in the day, with a glass roof, and just the massive scale, built right at the edge of the ocean. While down exploring the ruins we also found a cave in the side of the cliff. We explored this as well, and experienced an indescribable sound reverberation as the waves pounded the exterior of the wall of the cave. Very cool experience. Again, there is not much to see here, but I'd still recommend exploring it if you have the chance!
Historical landmark, a public bathhouse that was huge in 1890 ish, too bad it doesn't survive till today, else it could be a very attractive tourist destination. Went to the visitor center to read the history of the area, you will be amazed how pretty the architecture was
Sutro Baths is gorgeous if you happen to come here late June when the flowers are blooming and the hillside is green!
A few of my friends took me here and we got to see an amazing view. There's a hike nearby that people can take but if you want a spot to lookout at this place is perfect.
This place is extraordinary. You can really see the vision that was here before it went into ruins. This place was really a cool and truly gigantic facility. The caves around to explore and ruins are truly amazing. You get to see the scenery that Mother Nature leaves behind. you can even walk down this hill to the ocean. I would go here any day to relax and sight see and explore. So much graffiti too! This truly gives the place so much character.
I never knew the historic significance of Sutro Baths. Such a unique concept and an eccentric site... If only I could go back in time and see the Baths in its glory days. Initially I thought an earthquake demolished the buildings. However, according to the NPS the entire site was slated for replacement with high-rise apartments. Boo! Well in hind sight that's just business I suppose. Either way it was an interesting piece of history, For more information check out the homepage: https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/historyculture/sutro-baths.htm Also don't forget to pay Lands End a visit since it's around the corner...
Sutro Baths is always beautiful and a good choice to bring guests visiting from out of town. I prefer it when it's sunny but when it's overcast it has a brooding mysterious look. The walk down the ruins is short but has 141 steps, so you get a little workout. There are a few paths going into a cave and the remains of an old bathhouse. It's extremely popular with photographers and I see a lot of photoshoots here. It's nice for a short walk but for something longer, continue on with the Lands End Trail for a 3-mile walk. Worth noting, be mindful of leaving anything in the car as that parking lot is a known hotspot for smash and grabs.
The Sutro Baths was once a large saltwater swimming pool complex in the Lands End area. It used to be a classic Greek portal opened to a massive glass enclosure containing several swimming pools at various temperatures. Even nowadays I think the coastal ruins are still impressive, overlooking Seal Rocks, with ramps and stairs descending down to the collapsing walls and sea cave, and I would recommend visiting.
1 month ago
Can't go wrong with spending time near the ocean. The breeze is just so calming. Cant wait to go back. read more
7 months ago
A beautiful spot to view the beach, scenic rocks and the ocean. A short hike leads to the ruins of the baths which you can walk around and enjoy panoramic views of the ocean. There are several smaller trails to walk around and enjoy the ocean vistas. We also saw some geese, gulls and cormorants cooling off in the water on a rather warm day. We went here during the day, but can imagine this being a popular spot during sunset as well. They do have posted warnings about frequent car break ins which is a reminder to keep valuables away from cars. They also have a visitor center with a cafe and restrooms. A good, dog friendly place to spend a few hours at a leisurely pace. read more
2 months ago
Beautiful scenery. During the colder season, the fog gives it a Silent Hill vibe, which made it even more memorable. I was also happy I got to bring my furbaby. Definitely a place I'd come back to. read more
Parking everywhere, free and plenty Time: Sunrise to Sunset, please be respectful of the surrounding nature Be on the quieter side, don't overstep or destroy the pathway, clean up after yourselves Right next to the coastal trails where you can see Marin and the Golden Gate, another great walk Dog friendly and seen many visitors of many ages, kids and elderly There is the long staircase down to the beach, a secret cave!! and some rough rocky spots, but overall an okay walk read more
7 months ago
We had a lovely day at Sutro bath ruins where there is an amazing view and beautiful patch of calla lilies. It's quite a drive to get here but well worth it for a nice hike by the ocean and a view of the Golden Gate Bridge as well. read more
6 months ago
I've been going to Sutro baths for decades. It was cool then and it's even cooler now. Love the trails and the updated structures. Loving the dj pop ups! So lucky to live here and be surrounded by all this beauty read more
We didn't make it down to the Sutro Baths; only saw it from the top of the hill. I can only imagine how it looked back in the day, but now it sits abandoned as the fog eerily rolls in. The National Park Service has information on the Sutro Baths, including historical photographs and links to other sites where it goes into more detail. Worth a visit to learn about this historic landmark. Parking is located off the side of the road. Signs are posted, warning not to leave valuables in your car due to theft. But other than that little warning sign, it's a place to consider dropping by and checking out. read more
At the turn around point of the Land's End Trail, we had the opportunity to go a little further. Down the hill we went and explored the remains of the once massive indoor public bathhouse built in the 1890s, which housed salt water pools, museums and gardens. Unfortunately there is not much remaining of this seemingly once amazing structure, but realizing what once stood here, and seeing the massive foot print of a structure built over 130 years ago was humbling. I'm sure it would have been an amazing site to see in the day, with a glass roof, and just the massive scale, built right at the edge of the ocean. While down exploring the ruins we also found a cave in the side of the cliff. We explored this as well, and experienced an indescribable sound reverberation as the waves pounded the exterior of the wall of the cave. Very cool experience. Again, there is not much to see here, but I'd still recommend exploring it if you have the chance! read more
Historical landmark, a public bathhouse that was huge in 1890 ish, too bad it doesn't survive till today, else it could be a very attractive tourist destination. Went to the visitor center to read the history of the area, you will be amazed how pretty the architecture was read more
9 months ago
This place is extraordinary. You can really see the vision that was here before it went into ruins. This place was really a cool and truly gigantic facility. The caves around to explore and ruins are truly amazing. You get to see the scenery that Mother Nature leaves behind. you can even walk down this hill to the ocean. I would go here any day to relax and sight see and explore. So much graffiti too! This truly gives the place so much character. read more
2 years ago
I never knew the historic significance of Sutro Baths. Such a unique concept and an eccentric site... If only I could go back in time and see the Baths in its glory days. Initially I thought an earthquake demolished the buildings. However, according to the NPS the entire site was slated for replacement with high-rise apartments. Boo! Well in hind sight that's just business I suppose. Either way it was an interesting piece of history, For more information check out the homepage: https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/historyculture/sutro-baths.htm Also don't forget to pay Lands End a visit since it's around the corner... read more
Sutro Baths is always beautiful and a good choice to bring guests visiting from out of town. I prefer it when it's sunny but when it's overcast it has a brooding mysterious look. The walk down the ruins is short but has 141 steps, so you get a little workout. There are a few paths going into a cave and the remains of an old bathhouse. It's extremely popular with photographers and I see a lot of photoshoots here. It's nice for a short walk but for something longer, continue on with the Lands End Trail for a 3-mile walk. Worth noting, be mindful of leaving anything in the car as that parking lot is a known hotspot for smash and grabs. read more
The Sutro Baths was once a large saltwater swimming pool complex in the Lands End area. It used to be a classic Greek portal opened to a massive glass enclosure containing several swimming pools at various temperatures. Even nowadays I think the coastal ruins are still impressive, overlooking Seal Rocks, with ramps and stairs descending down to the collapsing walls and sea cave, and I would recommend visiting. read more
3 years ago
Before stepping foot onto these beautiful ruins, we took interest in learning about Adolph Sutro (former mayor of SF) and the history of the Sutro Baths, both online and inside the Lands End Lookout visitor center. We also admired the view from afar, taking breathtaking photos of this historical landmark with the water and sky adding to its unique beauty on a sun-filled Sunday afternoon. We enjoyed climbing the structure and exploring the bath remains up close, and just appreciating the surrounding atmosphere, a bit steep a climb, but worth it. We also checked out the nearby cave which was interesting and had no access to the rock formations leading to the water on the other side, but probably best for safety... still beautiful though. Parking was free and easy in the Lands End main parking lot, even on a somewhat crowded day. read more
2 years ago
Such a unique beautiful location great spot for photos. Can't wait to go back and explore more. Lorinda Keller read more
4 months ago
2 years ago
This is such a unique place to stop at and sightsee in San Francisco. Best place to park is just a little higher on the hill that Land's End is next to (but be careful to bring your belongings with you and not in the car). I like how close this place is to the ocean (it's not a beach), my husband likes the ruins juxtaposed with the ocean water. It also seems like a popular photoshoot place. In any case, it's definitely a bucket-list item when stopping by San Francisco ! read more
1 year ago
BREATHTAKING!!!!!! This is truly a unique place. The sunset here is AMAZING! Wear your most comfortable shoes and walk the trail down to the water. If the tide is not too high, there is a great photo op to the right by the rocks or to the left for beach vibes. This is a MUST. read more
1 year ago
The Sutro Baths is located at the bottom of Lands End. From the parking lot, take the stairs all the way down and then take the trail slightly to the right down. Be careful because this trail is kind of steep so watch your step. The other trail on the far right going up will lead you to an upper view of the Sutro Baths. Here's a quick history lesson about the Sutro Baths. When it opened in 1896 to the public, it was the world's largest indoor swimming pool. Unfortunately, it burned down 70 years later and the ruins are what's left of it now. There's really not much left to see except some concrete walls and foundations. This makes it easier to walk around. Just be careful that you don't end up falling into the water. It's sad that the city didn't do anything about the graffiti but nice to see that the wildlife is slowly trying to reclaim back the land. There's a cave nearby with a large hole opening. I'm going to save you the trouble and tell you that there is absolutely nothing on the other side of this cave. read more
2 years ago
It's a beautiful historical spot facing the ocean. There is a restaurant nearby as well. I didn't like how there was a lot of graffiti and it felt not taken care of while being a historical location. The city needs to remove the graffiti and clean up it a bit. It is connected to a beautiful hiking trail so definitely check it out read more
10 months ago
Eerie peak into a bygone era of San Fran. Left are the ruins of a great era of leisure and society. The vision of Adolph Sutro from his Silver mining wealth. I can remember as a kid Playland at the beach and Sutro Baths...until it burned down in 1966. Visit if you have not been as it is really cool. read more
2 years ago
it's a nice discovery. it is a little journey down several stairs, but it has some interesting views and a very cool cave. nice for taking pictures and enjoying the scenery read more
POST-APOCALYPTIC RUINS NEXT TO THE SEA. Sutro Baths is our favorite very early in the morning on a cold day when it's practically deserted and you have the whole place to yourself. Built in 1896 by Adolph Sutro, former SF mayor and rich silver tycoon, it was the largest indoor swimming pool of the time and you can see in the vintage photo I uploaded the scale and grandeur that made it a popular destination. It started on a downward path during the Great Depression and was finally abandoned and closed in 1966 after a couple fires. Since then it's been slowly decaying. Odd concrete grids and ovals covered in graffiti, jagged rusted pipes and bent metal, a nearby cave blasted into the beach walls, a grand stairway leading down meaninglessly, and incomprehensible rotting structural details. The best part is you can get right up close and wander as much as you want with no ugly fences and safety signage. read more
5 years ago
Extraordinary view last week! Warm, clear sky's and nice breeze though the air. Come early about 9am to get good parking by visitors center. Lots to do lots to see though out this nice historical baths. Walking trail down to baths little steep so beware, but has hand rails for support. The baths really nice to walk around and see all the wildlife there, sometimes there are otters in baths, but not this time. The views are incredible and able to see outward towards Ocean beach if on the top on the baths. Great family trip for anyone wanting to visit and see the great views and ocean! read more
Time & Date: Saturday, 4/17/21 at 12:30pm I visited on a Saturday noon and it wasn't packed at all, probably because the weather was so cold. It was around 53 degrees, and the wind was especially strong considering this is on the coast. So make sure you bundle up! PARKING: There are 2 parking lots -- the larger one is next to the Lands End visitor center (Lands End Main parking lot), while the smaller one is located a bit further down the hill called (Sutro Heights park public parking). TIP: I suggest you park in the main parking lot next to the visitor center where there's more foot traffic. Keep your valuables out of sight, lock your car, and park in a visible spot. I saw car windows smashed, so be extra wary when you visit! I'm leaving 3 stars because I feel like there should be more security patrolling the area to prevent such incidents from happening. read more
2 years ago
Very fun, be prepared for some hiking. Amazing experience. Some wildlife, very cool hiking trails. read more
6 years ago
One of my favorite places in San Francisco! Its such a cool mix of hiking trails, cool graffiti art, and beautiful views. Some tips: - There are 2.5 places to park: top, bottom, and a small strip in between. Would recommend coming earlier because sometimes parking is a nightmare. - Walk across the strip then walk through the vegetation area - there are good views not only of the ocean but also of the brightly colored flowering plants. - Walk along the coastline for views of the Golden Gate Bridge. - There's a small cave near the bottom of the place. Its kind of a cool mini adventure because it has a completely different vibe than anything on the top. - Bring a jacket, it gets cold (yes, even in the summer). - Recommend reading about Sutro Baths before coming, there's quite an interesting history behind this place. read more
Nice view and perfect weather! The ocean breeze blowing in your face and the sound of the waves clashing onto the shores. Soothing and relaxing. Very calming. This area has a little resturant near by with a bar to view. You could walk down to the area that looks like a little pool. read more
This is a must see when visiting in San Fran, there are lots and lot of stairs, not handicap accessible but you could still get nice pictures from the top where the parking lot is, right before the stairs. You can even walk down to the water, the trails that are paved are falling apart and looks like the ground could shift so I would not recommend going up the trail near the caves for safety. read more
Gorgeous spot! It's such a beautiful area with tons of natural beauty from hillside flowers to the beach! It's a romantic spot for dates, proposals, engagement shoots, and intimate weddings too (I know of more than one of each of those that have happened here). Fun place for a group trip as well! Lovely views everywhere you look, and a fun little cave looking out at the water. read more
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With the frequent break ins in SF, is there someone patrolling the parking lot?
I visit about once a month (mornings). And every time I park in the lot it seems a park ranger/or someone in a security van loops around. I can't say for sure how frequent it is but I see them every time I'm there.
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This is the site of the ruins of Sutro Baths. It is free to visit.
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