Bishop Peak

The tallest of all the Nine Sisters, rising 1,559 feet above sea level. The three rock outcrops, after which it is named, make Bishop Peak the most distinguishable of all the morros. There are two main trails in the 350 acre Bishop Peak Reserve: the Bishop Peak Trail and Felsman Loop.

Bishop Peak Trail

A view from the base of Bishop Peak Photo by Pamela Heatherington

Users: hikers, climbers, dogs on leash
Length: 2.2 miles (one way)
Elevation gain/loss: +1200 feet
Difficulty: moderate

Directions to Trailhead
To reach the Highland Dr. trailhead, take Foothill Blvd. west and make a right onto Patricia Drive. Continue north on Patricia Drive and make a left onto Highland Dr. Highland Drive will end at the Bishop Peak trailhead.

Trail Description
Hike to Bishop Peak's summit for a 360' view of San Luis Obispo, surrounding valleys, and even the ocean on clear days.

Felsman Loop

The open fields of Felsman Loop Photo by B.K. Richard and the Bishop Peak Group

Elevation gain/loss: +700 feet/-700 feet
Difficulty: easy

Directions to Trailhead
To reach the Patricia Ct. trailhead, take Foothill Blvd. west and make a right turn at Patricia Dr. Continue north on Patricia and the trailhead will be on the left just past Patricia Court.

Trail Description
The Felsman Loop well maintained and clearly marked trail, suitable for an introductory hike or a brisk job. The Loop takes hikers around the base of Bishop's Peak.