Park Projects

Once a military site covered with asphalt and debris, Crissy Field was transformed into a beloved national park in 2001 thanks to the generosity and energy of the community.

The National Park Service, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, and the Presidio Trust are embarking upon the next chapter of Crissy Field’s revitalization—and we’re eager for your input and participation! Learn more about Crissy Field Next.

The National Park Service, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, and the Presidio Trust are embarking upon the next chapter of Crissy Field’s revitalization—and we’re eager for your input and participation! Learn more about Crissy Field Next.

Perched above Muir Beach, the Dias Ridge Trail provides hikers, bikers, and equestrians with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean along this renovated multi-use segment of the regional Bay Area Ridge Trail.

After centuries of slaking the thirst of its denizens, El Polín Spring itself has been, well, refreshed. In 2011, a dramatic phase of improvements was completed by the Presidio Trust, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, and National Park Service.

Historically a military post, Fort Baker has been transformed into a welcoming national park site with miles of hiking trails, stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge, restored historic structures and natural habitat, and a LEED-Gold certified national park lodge.

The Parks Conservancy teamed up with the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District, National Park Service, Presidio Trust, and City and County of San Francisco on a number of improvements prior to the bridge’s 75th Anniversary in 2012.

Improvements to the Golden Gate Bridge’s southeast plaza have created a public space at one of San Francisco’s most-visited spots and provides a visitor experience that matches the beauty and grace of the beloved span.

Restoration at Hawk Hill has helped enhance endangered Mission blue butterfly habitat and prevent further degradation of historic structures by removing non-native invasive trees and restoring the native grassland. Over the next several years, the project will include new and enhanced trails, visitor amenities and signs, and continued habitat restoration and historic resource protection.

Restoration at Hawk Hill has helped enhance endangered Mission blue butterfly habitat and prevent further degradation of historic structures by removing non-native invasive trees and restoring the native grassland. Over the next several years, the project will include new and enhanced trails, visitor amenities and signs, and continued habitat restoration and historic resource protection.

Perched above Tennessee Hollow, Inspiration Point offers views of rare serpentine grasslands, historic homes, and forest canopies.

Restoration around the Inspiration Point overlook began in the mid-1990s and continues through ongoing stewardship to this day.

A number of major revitalization projects at Lands End have restored important habitats, improved forest health, opened vistas, created overlooks, enhanced trail experiences, and built a new visitor center.