South Hills Open Space - San Luis Obispo (CA)

5 /5 Panupong Saensooksalwong: This open space is a gem! The trails are well-maintained, the views are stunning, and its a perfect place to escape the city and reconnect with nature.

4 /5 Al Trapp: Fun little local spot. One entrance is marked by a paved portion of what looks like a drainage ditch along some houses. Trails can be run or hiked easily, saw people with their dogs on main trail. There are numerous routes you can go, and at least one branch off that takes you across the way to another hilltop you can see once well past the water tower. Would exercise caution if treating this as a run, it is quite easy to slip given the rockiness of the trails. The views at the top of either hill are great panoramas of the city. Would recommend if looking for something short with good views.

5 /5 Hani Al: Beautiful hike in the morning, and the view of the city is spectacular.

5 /5 Kaela Blakley: Great view of SLO from the top of Ridge Trail. Easy access day or night from the park off Stoneridge Drive. Watch out for mountain lions in the evenings! I have spotted a huge female three times this month on the hillside near the water tower.

5 /5 Lucas: Parked and accessed the trail from Stone Ridge off of Broad. Access is really easy, and the trails are well marked. I’ve grown up in this area of town and surprised it took me 40 years to finally hike around here. Had a nice afternoon.