Terrace Hill short walk, SLO
Terrace Hill Open Space is not really a hike, but a short loop walk at the top of a very steep hill. Here there is a large, flat space where you can see 360 degree views of SLO town- you can try to spot places you know. The view of Cerro San Luis, an adorable mountain with a cute shape, and Bishop Peak, is very good. The loop walk at the top is too short and quite dull with just dry grasses and an occasional flower. There is a tree growing out of a rock, but that's about it. It's nice to have a picnic under the tree at the top of the trail.
This walk makes for a pretty unsatisfying hike because there is nowhere nice to extend your walk afterward. Also, the very steep climb up and down is absolutely covered in loose gravel, making it slippery. The neighborhood around this hike has dull 1950s homes and a very steep, non-shady street that leads to the barren Railroad Bike Path.
The best time to come to Terrace Hill is December to May, when the views are green rather than dry.
If you're hungry, you could get a snack and cup of tea by driving to Scout Coffee in downtown SLO.
For knee-friendly hikes nearby, check out gentle incline hikes in SLO county. For a prettier hike up a hill, check out Islay Hill Hike.
It almost looks like a toy town when you look down from Terrace Hill!
Views of the town and green hills.
A rock with a tree growing out of it.
The path.
Church on Johnson Ave below.
Flowers hanging from a bright green tree.
The tree at the top of the trail.
The steep path up to Terrace Hill.
Looking toward Righetti Hill and Islay Hill.
A shady spot to sit under a tree, with awesome views!
Looking down on the town.
A picnic on Terrace Hill.
Views of the mountains.
Jennifer Street Bridge, near the railroad station. You can see all the details of town from Terrace Hill.
Walking down the path from the top of the hill.
View at the top.
The dry grassy hill.
The dry, flat grassy area at the top.
Bench with a view.
Terrace Hill Open Space in spring.
You can run 6.5 km along the Railroad Bike Path and then up into Terrace Hill Open Space, and back.
Cerro San Luis and Bishop Peak- two gorgeous morros!! This is in August when the view is more dry.
View of Terrace Hill from Johnson Ave.
Terrace Hill Open Space is located at 1300 Bishop St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. There is parking along the road by the trailhead.
Last Updated: Wed, 27 Nov 2024 01:14:27 GMT
Text and Image copyright: © 2006-2025 LotsaFunMaps.com.
Copying prohibited. Contact the editor |
Facebook |
Pinterest |
Instagram
Blog |
The Official Mug |
Privacy Settings |
About Us
