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The Dish is a special area to both Stanford and the surrounding communities, and it serves many purposes. Academic programs – The Dish itself is a radio telescope that is still in use. Other research and teaching programs also use the dish area. University Support Facilities – In order to support academic, environment, habitat, and ...
- Dish Area Access Rules
Dish Area Access Rules - Stanford Dish Area
- Portable Restroom
As a pilot program, an emergency use portable restroom is...
- Trail Information
Dish Area Access Rules. Portable Restroom. What to Wear and...
- Application for Use of University Foothill Lands
Application for Use of University Foothill Lands - Stanford...
- Wildlife
Please respect wildlife at a distance: please do not feed or...
- Nearby Trails
Nearby Trails - Stanford Dish Area
- Parking
Stanford Ave (Main Entrance), Sand Hill Road (Alpine...
- Dish Area Access Rules
The Dish in the Stanford foothills. The Stanford Dish, known locally as the Dish, is a radio antenna in the Stanford foothills. The 150-foot-diameter (46 m) dish was built in 1961 by the Stanford Research Institute (now SRI International). The cost to construct the antenna was $4.5 million, and was funded by the United States Air Force. [1]
The Stanford Dish loop is a popular route for Stanford University students as well as Silicon Valley professionals. The area is named after the giant radio telescope that is hard to miss. Its steep paved trail is suitable for running, walking, and hiking. Bicycles are not allowed. Opening hours vary depending on the month of the year: January: 6:30 am-5:00 pm February: 6:30 am-5:30 pm March: 6 ...
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Best hike with a view. Sep 2019. This is a popular local hiking trail, with view of 280 and Stanford. There are a few trails but the main one (Stanford Loop) is 3.56 miles. Gate closes at sunset and park ranger is usually on hand to close.
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The Dish area is open from sunrise to sunset (from 6 or 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 to 8 p.m. depending on the season.) No dogs or bicycles are allowed. Stanford security staffs a small gatehouse at the Stanford Ave. main gate and patrols the trails. Visitors must stay on the paved trail, so no map is necessary.
Dish Area Access Rules. Portable Restroom. What to Wear and Bring. Trail Information. Application for Use of University Foothill Lands. Accessibility. Wildlife. Nearby Trails. Parking.
Apr 30, 2024 · April 30, 2024. Perched atop the rolling hills of the Stanford University campus, The Dish stands as a beacon of exploration, offering visitors a unique blend of breathtaking scenery and scientific significance. At the heart of this iconic landmark lies the Stanford Dish Loop Trail, a beloved local spot renowned for its panoramic views of the ...
