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A child plays on the cypress wood benches at Presidio Tunnel Tops.
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What's the deal with those contoured Presidio Tunnel Tops benches?

The story behind the large cypress-wood benches you'll find along the Cliff Walk at Presidio Tunnel Tops.
East Peak of Mount Tamalpais
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Best of both worlds: Mountain peaks with nearby beaches

In our parks, there are two mountain peaks within five aerial miles of the closest GGNRA beach. In just a few hours, you can take in 360-degree mountain-top views of the Bay Area and walk barefoot through the sand at sea level.
Amy Meyer speaks at an event.
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Our Q&A with Amy Meyer, the ‘Mother of the GGNRA’

Read inspiring words from Amy Meyer, who was crucial to the formation of the GGNRA 50 years ago.
Nudibranch observed in a park tidepool
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Guide to tide pools in the GGNRA

Visit a small but dynamic area of the GGNRA and learn why tide pools are being monitored closely for possible changes.
Coffee at the Warming Hut
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Best ways to do coffee in the GGNRA

You can basically smell the coffee being brewed at nearby cafes from many Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) park sites, which neighbor some of the best coffee shops in the Bay Area. You can take their coffee anywhere, but we think it tastes best while roaming through the parks...
Person holds a tote bag with forest scene while gazing at the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Gifts for park lovers 2021: Unique, local items that help support parks

Looking for that perfect holiday gift for the park lover in your life? Check out these fun items, plus ideas for giving experiences and giving back to the parks.
Visitors examine information about incarceration on red and black panels at Alcatraz.
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'The Big Lockup' and more: New experiences at Alcatraz Island

Alcatraz Island is full of doors that lead to the past, and right now there are several unique and new experiences on the island to check out.
Adventure Guides sit at a park bench, stamping Presidio Adventure Passports.
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Prepare for Adventure at Presidio Tunnel Tops

Create your own adventure in the parks with the help of the Leo Helzel Adventure Guides. Launching at the opening of Presidio Tunnel Tops in spring 2022. These youth leaders will be based at the Field Station and Outpost within the new 14 acres of public green space, serving as...
A California giant salamander spotted on Mount Tamalpais
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This salamander may be giant, but it's elusive

The best time to find a California giant salamander is around dawn and dusk during rainy season, as they traverse the wet landscape. Dr. Lisette Arellano compares recent iNaturalist observations of this species to historical data from museums and databases.
Olema Valley and Phleger Estate
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Head to the outer reaches of the GGNRA

Unimpeded views of Tomales Bay fill your view beyond the ridgeline of Olema Valley . Forty-five miles southeast, Phleger Estate is engulfed by towering redwoods. More than 30 other park sites, with varied landscapes and ecosystems, are sandwiched between these two locations. Olema Valley and Phleger Estate are the most...