Devil's Slide Trail

Pacifica, San Mateo County, CA

DogsOn leash

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FeesNot stated

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HoursParking 8 a.m.; closing varies by season

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Size: 99 acres Source
Managed by: San Mateo County Parks

About Devil's Slide Trail

A paved 1.3-mile trail on a former stretch of Highway 1 above the Pacific, with overlooks and interpretive signs. Source

Devil’s Slide Trail is a 1.3-mile multi-use trail, converted from a former segment of Highway 1, that gives hikers, runners, bicyclists and equestrians access the rocky heights of Devil’s Slide above the Pacific Ocean. At provided overlooks, trail users may rest on benches and gaze through observation scopes and take in the view of the rocky coastal waters below.

From the official park page · checked Oct 15, 2026

Facilities

Drinking Water
Historic Site
Restrooms

Facility details: OpenStreetMap

Devil's Slide Trail at a glance

PParking · 4
WCRestrooms · 2
WDrinking water · 2

Outline: CPAD. Points and trail lines: OpenStreetMap contributors. Not for navigation.

Rules & reservations

Official park page

Dogs
Dogs must stay on leash (6 feet or less near others), no more than 3 per person, and out of playgrounds (county dog rules). Source
Fees
The official park page does not list an entry or parking fee. Check with San Mateo County Parks before you go. Source

The trail is open year-round, including holidays.