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Bishop Peak is one of nine major peaks that lie in a linear fashion extending from San Luis Obispo to Morro Bay. Over the years, the nine peaks have been called different names, including the Pyramidal Hills, the Cerros, the Morros, and the Nine Sisters. Most commonly referred to as the Morros or the Nine Sisters, this chain of mountains give San Luis Obispo not only a unique view of nature, but also a unique geographic history.
Bishop Peak rises above all her sisters to an elevation of 1,559 feet above sea level. Named by the Padres at Mission San Luis Obispo, the Peak was thought to resemble a Bishop's miter. The rocky apex of the Peak sets it apart from the rest of the Morros. It was mined heavily in the late 1800s and early 1900s for its building stone, which was mostly used to build structures in San Luis Obispo.
In 1976, 450 acres of Bishop Peak was put up for sale, allowing for the city of San Luis Obispo to take it under its wing. Unfortunately, the city did not have the funds to buy the land. In 1992, the state acquired more of the Peak when the Gnesa family donated 110 acres. The Ferreini Family donated 130 acres in 1995 to the city of San Luis Obispo. In March of 1998, the city acquired 108 acres from the Bunnell Family. These three acquisitions allowed for the creation of the Bishop Peak Natural Reserve, covering 350 acres. This reserve allows for the protection of the upper regions of Bishop Peak, and is open to publics use. Unfortunately, the remaining land of the Bunnell property is planned to be developed. |
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| The main hiking trails to Bishop?s Peak can be accessed from Foothill Boulevard and from Highland Drive in San Luis Obispo. For the Foothill entrance, park alongside the road (between Los Osos Valley Road and Santa Rosa Street). For the Highland Drive entrance, take Highland to the end from Santa Rosa Street. |
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