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Ai Weiwei on Alcatraz, Trace exhibit
Ai Weiwei on Alcatraz, Trace exhibit

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Press Releases

a scenic view from the Presidio Tunnel Tops in San Francisco, with a cartoon donut hiking along as part of the Golden Gate Dozen Trail
New Golden Gate Dozen Trail Connects 12 National Park Sites in San Francisco

The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy today unveiled the Golden Gate Dozen Trail, connecting 12 national park sites in San Francisco into one unforgettable route. The trail is featured on AllTrails thanks to a new partnership, making it easier to experience incomparable beaches, bluffs, history, and city views. 

A scenic view of the Golden Gate Bridge seen from the Presidio Tunnel Tops in San Francisco, visitors seen sitting on the iconic wooden park bench.
Four Dynamic Leaders Join Parks Conservancy Board of Trustees to Champion People and Parks

New trustees bring fresh energy and deep community insight to help strengthen welcome, belonging, and climate resilience across the Golden Gate national parks.

A visitor walks along a path amid gardens at Alcatraz.
More than a landmark: Alcatraz is a living reminder of our past and our potential

“Protecting Alcatraz means protecting a global site of reflection, where people come to learn and grow,” said Christine Lehnertz, President & CEO of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy. “If we lose that, we lose more than a landmark—we lose an opportunity to do better.”

A group of hikers on a trail at Roy's Redwoods
Parks Conservancy, One Tam Secure $10.9 Million to Boost Wildfire and Forest Resilience

As California faces increasingly severe wildfires, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy and its One Tam partners are leading the charge in wildfire resilience and forest health.

Rendering shows people enjoying the Alcatraz Embarkation Plaza
Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy unveils prime restaurant opportunity at Pier 31

Rendering courtesy Heller Manus Architects and Alcatraz City Cruises

San Francisco (September 16, 2024) – The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, in collaboration with Maven Commercial, is seeking a café or restaurant partner for Pier 31 along San Francisco’s waterfront.

Press Coverage

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San Francisco gets new 13-mile trail through national parks
San Francisco Chronicle

The San Francisco Chronicle covers the new Golden Gate Dozen Trail in the GGNRA. Check out this "fresh way to hike, bike or run to 12 national park sites in San Francisco, including the Presidio, Lands End and Ocean Beach."

Guest Opinion: Building queer belonging in nature
Bay Area Reporter

In this opinion piece honoring Pride Month published in the Bay Area Reporter, Parks Conservancy Vice President of Community and Youth Dennis Mabasa talks about their work in the parks and the Crissy Field Center, on the 25th anniversary of the Center and the transformation of Crissy Field into a welcoming space for all.

Every observation matters for rare California giant salamander
Smithsonian Magazine

Smithsonian Magazine covers the efforts of the National Park Service, the One Tam partnership and others working to learn more about the California giant salamander. It's part of our work to engage the community in science that can have real impacts on habitat and other protections for key species.

In Marin County, a guided hike traces how prescribed burns shape plant regrowth
Bay City News

A first-person report from the One Tam "Rooted in Connection" hike series with the Parks Conservancy and our partners, as the group learned about California native plants’ adaptation to fire.

The most-visited national park is in the Bay Area. Here’s how you can help preserve it
San Francisco Chronicle

This San Francisco Chronicle Op‑Ed by Parks Conservancy President and CEO Christine Lehnertz underscores the essential role of partnership as national parks face growing challenges. From Alcatraz to Crissy Field, Chris highlights how sustained collaboration and your support help keep these parks strong.