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wind turbines
Public Dashboard Tracks Center’s Energy Use

If you’ve been by the Crissy Field Center recently, you’ve probably seen the wind turbines spinning with the wind. Have you ever wondered how much energy they are producing? Well, now you can find out!

Interior of Sutro Baths, circa 1900
Fresh Take: Youth Interns Study Ohlone Traditions, Native Plants, Adolph Sutro

Every summer, Park Stewardship welcomes youth interns who help organize and energize volunteer and visitor programs. They also researched and wrote about the parks’ history and resources. Read on for a fresh look at the history of Sutro Heights.

red-legged frog
Who Says We Don’t Have Seasons?

If you are a longtime resident of the Bay Area or another temperate location, you have probably heard somebody complain about the “lack of seasons.” And while you might not be able to make a snowman here, winter can still be experienced in our parks. What are the signs of the season?

technology in the parks
Getting Out While Powering Up

Experiencing the outdoors and engaging with electronics need not be mutually exclusive. Learn how Crissy Field Center staff—and educators across the country—are harnessing new technologies to connect young people with parks and open space.

Ben Johnson Trail
Ben Johnson Trail
Difficulty Level: Easiest
Trail Length: 2.64 miles round trip

One can start the hike to the Ben Johnson Trail through Muir Woods National Monument by either the Redwood Creek Trail or the Hillside Trail.

Former Tennessee Valley Native Plant Nursery and adjoining stables
Chaparral Trail
Difficulty Level: Easiest
Trail Length: 0.66 miles round trip

This short trail leads to the National Park Service Mounted Patrol Stables and the former Tennessee Valley Native Plant Nursery. This is the halfway point on the way to the Tennessee Valley Beach. There is also a bench where the Chaparral Trail leads off the Tennessee Valley Trail. 

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Fort Baker Chapel
Chapel Steps Trail
Difficulty Level: Easiest
Trail Length: 0.31 miles round trip

At the rear of the newer Cavallo Point buildings at Fort Baker, you'll discover a set of stairs that connect you with the Drown Road Trail. Highlights include sensational views of the Golden Gate, and, of course, the historic post chapel itself (now a picturesque event and wedding venue).

Chip Trail
Difficulty Level: Easiest
Trail Length: 0.28 miles round trip
Fort Baker
Drown Road Trail
Difficulty Level: Easiest
Trail Length: 1.17 miles round trip

Hiking this trail is a simple out-and-back with a shaded path for the first portion of the trail. After the second bend, the views towards San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge are eye catching. At the third bend,  Fort Baker comes into view.