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SF Bay Area Day Trip Adventure
Hike Devils Slide, Summit Pedro Point, And Explore The Sanchez Adobe
A dramatic hike along a former stretch of Highway 1 followed by a visit to California’s early days
This is part of a series of family-oriented day trip outings around the San Francisco Bay Area I look forward to enjoying once social distancing isn’t the norm any longer.

Destination: Pacifica (Linda Mar)
- Hike Devils Slide
- Summit Pedro Point
- Explore the Sanchez Adobe
Previously one of the most dangerous spots to drive on Highway 1, one of our newest coastal trails is a fantastic spot for a hike.
Devils Slide Trail
- 2.5-mile hike out and back
- 300-foot elevation gain
- San Mateo County Parks Devil’s Slide
- Alltrails Devil’s Slide Trail
Driving down this stretch of Highway 1 was treacherous. Dramatic views coupled with narrow sections of road that had a tendency to crumble and slide down into the Pacific Ocean created a prime spot for traffic issues. Following major road collapses in…