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About Patagonia Palo Alto
Patagonia runs this company store on Alma Street, directly across from the Palo Alto Caltrain stop. According to Patagonia, the building was "built in 1880 for hay storage," and "our sturdy old building survived the 1906 earthquake." Eight years after the quake it became the area's first Ford dealership.
Patagonia's store page did not list opening hours when we checked, so call or check the page before a special trip. For other outdoor brands, Arc'teryx and Backcountry are at Stanford Shopping Center, across El Camino Real. Our bike shops and outdoor gear guide covers other places to buy equipment in town.
What this location offers
- Outdoor clothing and gear from Patagonia's range. The store page does not list stock by category, so call if you need a particular size or product.
- Worn Wear, trade-in and repair: the store page links to Patagonia's used gear program, trade-in credit for eligible items and care and repair guides. It does not say which are handled in Palo Alto, so ask staff before you bring in old gear.
- Events: the store keeps its own events calendar and posts on Instagram as @patagoniapaloalto.
- Retail Partnerships Program: the store is paired with a local nonprofit for two years. The store page invites community members to meet the current grantee. Grant applications are closed until spring 2028, though other kinds of partnership remain open.
Location and getting there
Patagonia is at 525 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301, in the Downtown area of Palo Alto. Our Downtown guide covers what else is around.
The Palo Alto Caltrain station is less than a quarter mile away, a walk of a few minutes.
Parking: street spaces and city garages with posted limits (see parking in Palo Alto).
What is nearby
- Premier Properties, firm, under 0.1 mi
- San Agus Cocina Urbana & Cocktails, restaurant, under 0.1 mi
- MNT Studio, studio or gym, under 0.1 mi
- Arya Steakhouse, restaurant, under 0.1 mi
- Sweet Maple, restaurant, under 0.1 mi
- Lytton Plaza, under 0.1 mi
- University Avenue, 0.2 mi
- Pacific Art League, 0.2 mi
Other clothing, shoes and accessories nearby: Romi Boutique (under 0.1 mi); De Novo (0.2 mi); Arnoldi Jewelers (0.2 mi); KEEN Garage (0.2 mi). Browse the full clothing, shoes and accessories list.
About this listing
Checked October 30, 2026 against Patagonia store page: Palo Alto; Patagonia US stores; Wikipedia: Patagonia, Inc.. How our listings work. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Patagonia in Palo Alto?
Patagonia is at 525 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301, in the Downtown area. The nearest Caltrain stop is the Palo Alto Caltrain station, about 0.1 miles away.
What is the history of the Patagonia building in Palo Alto?
Patagonia says the building went up in 1880 for hay storage and survived the 1906 earthquake. Eight years after the quake it became the area's first Ford dealership.
Does Patagonia Palo Alto hold events?
Yes. The store page links to a local events calendar and to the store's Instagram account, @patagoniapaloalto, where it posts news.