Lone Mountain

Lone Mountain is a summit in western San Francisco that rises distinctly above the urban surroundings and is visible from various neighborhoods. The elevation offers views across the surrounding residential areas and allows sight of distant parts of the city.

In the 19th century, the area around Lone Mountain was rural before it transformed into a residential district. The elevation played a role in shaping how the city developed in this western section.

The summit serves as a landmark for residents in western San Francisco and shapes how people experience the neighborhood around it. Its presence influences local identity and gives the area a distinctive geographic anchor.

Several walking paths lead to the summit, and street parking is available along the surrounding residential streets. Access is open during the day without fees and fairly straightforward to locate.

The elevation creates distinct weather conditions on the mountain compared to the surrounding areas, which affects vegetation growth. Visitors often notice that plants appear and grow differently at various heights along the hillside.

Location: California

GPS coordinates: 37.77910,-122.45192

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:55