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Volunteer in the GGNRA for California Coastal Cleanup Day, where you can help clean up our beloved California coast. Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy

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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.
 

Rendering shows people enjoying the Alcatraz Embarkation Plaza

Be a part of SF waterfront excitement

The Parks Conservancy announces a prime restaurant opportunity at Pier 31.

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

Golden Gate Keepers revitalize our parks

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Featured Events

Black Point Historic Gardens

Fort Mason
Thu, Sep 19 2:00pm-5:00pm
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Campfire Program

Crissy Field
Thu, Sep 19 4:00pm-4:30pm
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Campfire Program

Crissy Field
Fri, Sep 20 4:00pm-4:30pm
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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.

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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.

Fall guide
Two women carrying bug nets in a grassy field inspect specimen vials
Bee find

Rare bee rediscovered on Mt. Tam

Bee find
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

Stargazing spots
Colorful t-shirt with illustrated tree graphics and PARKS FOR ALL! text.
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Park Store: Parks For All! Collection

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Parks Conservancy's Roving Ranger overlooks the Golden Gate
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We're hiring: Check our open positions

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Schwab image of a long-billed shorebird walking on a beach with hills and clouds in the distance
Alcatraz by Michael Schwab
Schwab graphic of the Golden Gate Bridge peeking out from behind grassy hills
Schwab image of Mount Tamalpais rising above the trees
Schwab graphic of Fort Point below the Golden Gate Bridge
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Park Stories

Dennis Mabasa.

Q&A: Dennis Mabasa on community and outdoor connections

Gateways Article
A sea lion at the Marine Mammal Center in the Marin Headlands.

Rescue on Alcatraz Island

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

How to find birds 'slowly' in national parks

Gateways Article

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Events

Thu, Sep 19 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 removing litter at Ocean Beach
Thu, Sep 19 9:00am-12:00pm
Crissy Field
50th Anniversary of the GGNRA, Earth Week, Volunteer

Golden Gate Historic Landscaping and Maintenance

Help restore and maintain historic landscapes and cultural resources along the shoreline of San Francisco.

Thu, Sep 19 10:00am-12:00pm
Mount Tamalpais, Muir Woods National Monument
NPS, Hiking

Ranger-Guided Hike: Main Loop

Have you ever wondered what a ranger looks at when they go for a walk in the woods? You’re invited to come with us!

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