Here are some extras from the Winter 2023 issue of Gateways, the member newsletter of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy. If you're a member, you got the entire colorful newsletter delivered straight to your mailbox. Not a member? Join today!

Fall is a favorite season in the national parks of the Bay Area: Sunny days, raptors overhead, and maybe even a yellow leaf or two.

Discover the top Bay Area hiking trails to explore this holiday season, featuring scenic forest walks, coastal overlooks, family-friendly hikes, and iconic national park pathways.

Parks Conservancy Leaders Circle supporters generously donate $1,000 or more annually to the Parks Conservancy.

Now more than ever, we must stand together to keep our parks thriving. Let’s protect them for future generations.

Sometimes it can be tricky navigating from point A to point B, so we’ve outlined our favorite routes that offer ease of access and stunning park adventures.

In appreciation for your support as a member of the Parks Conservancy Leaders Circle, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy invites you to join us for the State of the Parks Fireside Chat.

The towering redwoods of Muir Woods are waiting for you! On eight days in 2026, all national parks and national monuments that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to US citizens, including Muir Woods in the San Francisco Bay Area. 

In partnership with the Student Conservation Association, the Parks Conservancy Pathways Program offers a variety of 6-9 month internship opportunities working with diverse teams across the parks.

These are the stories of the people who were the original stewards of the lands that are now the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Find videos and stories highlighting that history and its connections to today.