Help on Coastal Cleanup Day

Getting out in 2024

Get out in the GGNRA with the Parks Conservancy: Find our top picks for fall trails for leaf-peeping and best beaches for enjoying second summer.

Show your love for the parks by becoming a member or join us at our Trails Forever Dinner, which is on Alcatraz for the first time ever! See you there.
 

Two women carrying bug nets in a grassy field inspect specimen vials

Rare bee rediscovered on Mt. Tam

The San Francisco leaf-cutter bee was lost for decades, check out the incredible story.

Parks Conservancy staff at an Earth Day event at Black Point historic gardens.

Golden Gate Keepers revitalize our parks

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SUPPORT THE PARKS YOU LOVE: BECOME A GOLDEN GATE KEEPER TODAY.

Golden Gate Keepers play a key role in reimagining our parks as climate resilient centers of community and belonging. Join today to make a lasting impact on parks and people, forever.

Big leaf maple leaves in the fall.
Fall guide

Where to find fall foliage in the GGNRA

Yes, you might actually spot a yellow leaf or two in the Bay Area. Here are some of our top picks for fall hikes and other activities.

Portrait of birder Daniela Sánchez with binoculars on a birding trip.
Meet Daniela

Ornithologist finds peace in the parks

Graphic shows constellations that can be seen from the GGNRA: Arcturus, Leo, The Sickle, Big Dipper, Little Dipper, Polaris.
Stargazing spots

Best spots to observe the Bay Area night sky

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Park Store: Parks For All! Collection

Parks Conservancy's Roving Ranger overlooks the Golden Gate
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Events

Wed, Sep 18 8:00am-12:00pm
Alcatraz
Earth Week, National Public Lands Day, Volunteer

Alcatraz Historic Gardens

Help restore and maintain gardens once tended by the island’s military and penitentiary residents—add life, color, and vibrancy to the Rock...

Volunteer at work in Lands End
Wed, Sep 18 9:00am-12:00pm
Baker Beach, Fort Funston, Lands End
National Public Lands Day, Volunteer

San Francisco Habitat Stewards

Become a Habitat Steward and help restore unique San Francisco coastal habitat.

Wed, Sep 18 9:00am-12:00pm
Presidio of San Francisco
Earth Week, Volunteer

Presidio Habitat Stewards

Help restore natural areas and create important wildlife corridors in the Presidio of San Francisco.