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San Francisco Beaches

San Francisco Beaches

The GGNRA's Best Beaches in San Francisco

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From expansive beaches that seem to stretch on forever to tiny pocket beaches nestled into coastal bluffs, the scenic and sandy shores of the GGNRA have something for every beach lover and national park explorer. Some of our coastal national parks are along the Pacific Ocean, others are situated along the San Francisco Bay. All will offer you jaw-dropping views (especially when the fog clears). 

Want to volunteer to help keep our beaches safe and healthy for everyone? See our calendar of upcoming beach clean-up volunteer events. 

You can also be a part of the legacy of the GGNRA by joining our community of Parks Conservancy Members! Memberships help preserve the parks and improve access—and come with lots of benefits! Memberships start as low as $35 for one year. Become a member today!

Grab your sandals and a spare jacket (this is SF, after all), here is our list of the GGNRA's beaches in San Francisco County:

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