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View Rockaway Beach, then San Andreas Lake, and then the whole Pacific Ocean.


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Map Key

1.1

Miles

1.8

KM

Point to Point

1,046' 319 m

High

699' 213 m

Low

489' 149 m

Up

142' 43 m

Down

11%

Avg Grade (6°)

29%

Max Grade (16°)

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Family Friendly This is an easy, gradual way to reach the Sweeney Ridge. Let the kids explore the Nike Missile Site.

Description

From Skyline College, you'll be shocked by how quickly you can leave civilization! Begin the climb through the trees to a view of Rockaway Beach. You'll have some great ocean views during this portion of the trail.

The trail turns away from the ocean, and you view the valley below. Especially on a clear day, you'll see San Andreas Lake along with the San Francisco Bay. There will be two steep climbs that eventually lead to the top of a ridge. This is a gradual climb of about 600 feet of elevation. The path is smooth most all the way.

Once on top, you can continue on the Sweeney Ridge Trail or head down the Mori Ridge Trail.

Watch out for mountain bikers.

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Shared By:

Phil DiGirolamo

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Fog on the trail.
Jul 5, 2020 near Pacifica, CA
Fog on the trail.
Jul 5, 2020 near Pacifica, CA
Pretty with a fog.
Jul 5, 2020 near Pacifica, CA
Foggy stairs
Jul 5, 2020 near Pacifica, CA
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