Coastal Cleanup Day 2026 at Ocean Beach

Fun while volunteering at Ocean Beach during Coastal Clean-Up Day.

Brittany Hosea-Small / Parks Conservancy

Stewardship is climate action; join us on September 19, 2026 for the 42nd annual Coastal Cleanup Day – the statewide movement that helps clear trash from California’s coastlines and inland waterways every year! Volunteers will enjoy beautiful ocean views while they remove litter, protect native habitats, help minimize marine debris, and care for a shoreline that connects people, wildlife, and communities across our region. This is a fun family-friendly volunteer opportunity, volunteers of all ages are welcome! Registration Required. 

Coastal Cleanup Day is a statewide effort hosted by the California Coastal Commission. For additional sites on the bay side of San Francisco, Marin, San Mateo counties (outside of the GGNRA boundaries, check out the map on the Coastal Commission's website. 

This year also marks the 50th anniversary of the California Coastal Act, the landmark legislation that set the standard for coastal resource protection! Learn more and share your memories of California's Coast here.

When: Saturday, September 19th, 2026

Where: Ocean Beach

Registration: Check availability and register here! Please be sure to select your desired site from the "Select a Date & Time" drop-down on the registration form.

What to Bring: We invite volunteers to bring their own reusable supplies! Limit waste by bringing your own bag or bucket and gloves if you have them - but don't worry if you don't, we'll have some supplies on site for you to use. Wear proper clothing - closed-toe shoes (no sandals), a hat, and layers - and bring a personal water bottle and sunscreen. 

Groups

Groups of five or more require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Please review the List of Available Projects and fill out the Group Project Request Form.

COVID-specific Guidelines

• Face coverings and social distancing are encouraged but not required.
• Stay home and DO NOT attend if you:
  • Have any illness symptoms
  • Have tested positive for COVID-19
  • Suspect you have had contact with a COVID-19 positive case

The Golden Gate National Parks Volunteer Program is a cooperative parkwide effort of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, the National Park Service, and the Presidio Trust.