Notable viewpoint · San Mateo, California

Gordon Ridge

Gordon Ridge is a viewpoint in San Mateo, California.

Gordon Ridge: 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 viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Gordon Ridge

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 Gordon Ridge: tips

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

How to reach Gordon Ridge — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 37.34880, -122.37495. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

    Places to visit near Gordon Ridge

    See everything within a day’s drive of Gordon Ridge

    Other hill stations & viewpoints near Gordon Ridge

    All hill stations & viewpoints in California

    Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)

    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Gordon Ridge?

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

    What are the places to visit near Gordon Ridge?

    Nearby: Pine Tree Gulch (viewpoint, 5 km), San Gregorio Beach (beach, 5 km), Martins Beach (beach, 5 km), Rings Gulch (viewpoint, 6 km), Rogers Gulch (viewpoint, 6 km), Long Gulch (viewpoint, 9 km).

    Is Gordon Ridge worth visiting?

    Gordon Ridge is listed as a notable viewpoint in California on Spotwander.