The actual summit of Montara is occupied by signal towers, but the real highlights are the views along the way to reach it. You’ll enjoy ever-expanding vantage over craggy coast and sandy coves below, as well as the beach towns of Linda Mar and Montara—if the air is clear, that is. Foggy days bring a different and often more dramatic aura to the mountain, and can still be great for hiking. Often the fog will burn off in the afternoon, or you’ll rise above it as you hike, and end up looking down on a shrouded coast from above.

The entire hike is on open slopes with low vegetation, making for great views but no shade or shelter from the elements. Sea breezes usually keep the lower elevations cool, but the higher elevations heat up quickly in the sun. Expect rising temperatures as you ascend, and bring more water than you think you’ll need.

Sources: http://www.hiddensf.com/315c-montara-mountain-hike.html https://www.parks.ca.gov/pages/532/files/SanMateoCoastBeachesParksWeb2016.pdf