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Stanford Dish Hiking Trailhead – The Dish loop from Stanford University

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United States
California
Santa Clara County
Stanford

Stanford Dish Hiking Trailhead – The Dish loop from Stanford University

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(3315)

6,663

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Stanford Dish Hiking Trailhead – The Dish loop from Stanford University

00:54

8.27km

140m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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After 2.51 km for 4.02 km

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Bus stop

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2.17 km

Stanford Dish Hiking Trailhead

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The Stanford Dish hiking area—named after the iconic radio telescope perched in the foothills—is one of the most popular outdoor spots near campus. The main entry point is at Stanford …

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4.69 km

The Dish

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The Dish, or the Stanford Dish, is a huge, 150-foot-diameter radio antenna. Built in 1961 by the Stanford Research Institute, it is still in use by the university today and …

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8.27 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.12 km

108 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.70 km

2.20 km

263 m

108 m

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Saturday 16 May

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