Notable hill · San Mateo, California

Cattle Hill

Cattle Hill is a hill in San Mateo, California.

Cattle Hill: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this hill: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Cattle Hill

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Visiting Cattle Hill: tips

  • Go at sunrise or sunset for the best light; carry a warm layer.

How to reach Cattle Hill — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 37.60688, -122.48164. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Cattle Hill?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Cattle Hill?

    Nearby: Mori Point (GGNRA) (park, 2 km), Sweeney Ridge (GGNRA) (sanctuary, 3 km), Portola Discovery Site of San Francisco Bay (viewpoint, 3 km), Frontierland Park (park, 3 km), Pacifica Coastside Museum (beach, 4 km), Milagra Ridge (sanctuary, 5 km).

    Is Cattle Hill worth visiting?

    Cattle Hill is listed as a notable hill in California on Spotwander.