📜 The Grand Staircase offers a steep climb toward a panoramic view, consisting of two staircases with a walking trail between them. This 252-step staircase leads to the top of Communications Hill, named for a decommissioned microwave tower.
🏞️ Experience breathtaking panoramic views of San Jose and the Santa Cruz Mountains
💪 Great for exercise and a challenging climb, especially in the mornings
🌇 Great spot for sunset views, city lights at night, and ideal for prom, wedding, and firework photos (including July 4th and New Year's Eve)
🐕 Dog-friendly
🌃 Technically closes at night; please respect residents by keeping noise down
🚶♀️ Can get crowded on weekends
🅿️ Parking can be tricky
🕒 Open to public, technically closed at night (sunrise-sunset).
📍 The top is located at Casselino Drive & Lina Street, and the bottom at Mullinix Way & Montevarchi Street.
🅿️ Street parking is available near both the top and bottom, with more options often found at the top.
👶 Good for kids
🚲 Bike parking available
♿ An ADA accessible trail connects the two staircases. A small playground is available in nearby Vieira Park.
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