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OSM map layer · LineString
37.72, -122.42 · rel 6399097
37.72, -122.42 · rel 6399097
Philosopher's Way
A 5,4 km loop walk through alpine terrain and mountains in California.
Loop walk
start = finish · California
5,4km
Distance
moderate
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
loop
Shape
21
views
1
Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Mountains
Summit
1× viewpoint
Quiet area
Uncrowded
compiled from map data (OSM) and points of interest along the route — no editorial layer
02 · 8 points along the route
What will you encounter?
6× Attraction
1× summit
1× viewpoint
Hidden Bridge
Attraction ·
on the route
5,4 km
100%
Visitacion Knob
summit ·
31 m off route
5,4 km
100%
Hidden Bridge
Attraction ·
51 m off route
5,4 km
100%
Hidden Bridge
Attraction ·
53 m off route
5,4 km
100%
Watertower View
viewpoint ·
81 m off route
5,4 km
100%
Gambier Plaza
Attraction ·
113 m off route
5,4 km
100%
Philosopher's Hill and Labyrinth
Attraction ·
146 m off route
5,4 km
100%
Lover's Rock
Attraction ·
492 m off route
5,4 km
100%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Philosopher's Way is 5.4 km long.
At an average walking pace, Philosopher's Way takes approximately 1h 21min to complete.
Yes, Philosopher's Way is a round walk that starts and finishes at the same point — no return transport needed.
Philosopher's Way starts near coordinates 37.7191, -122.4118.
Philosopher's Way is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.