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At every turn of the trail on this wild and rocky northwestern corner of San Francisco, there is another stunning vista. Along the way you'll see hillsides of cypress and wildflowers, views of old shipwrecks, access to the epic ruins of Sutro Baths, pocket beaches, and a new Lookout Visitor Center. You can thank community volunteers who have helped revitalize and restore the native habitat here.

Forests of Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Mt. Tam

Stretching across the hills and shorelines of San Francisco and Marin, the forests of Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) provide shade, habitat, and a living connection between people and nature.

Jaw-dropping Sunset Spots in Our Parks

Grab your cameras and head for the coast—it’s sunset season! With Daylight Savings coming on March 10, soon we’ll have an extra hour to capture those late-winter sunsets. One of our talented photographers shares his must-visit locations in the parks for any photo enthusiast.

Seal Rocks seen in the Pacific Ocean near San Francisco's Lands End.

Belonging in Nature: December 2025

Fri, Dec 19, 2025, 1:00 - 4:00pm

Lands End Parking Lot

Join us for our next Belonging in Nature program! We'll be doing an easy walk with birding and native plant identification.

Registration Required

A night view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Kirby Cove. The lights from the bridge glow on the water and there are stars twinkling overhead.

Expert picks: Best Bay Area stargazing spots

When the sun sets, the skies above our parks illuminate with an ever-changing tapestry of planets, stars, constellations, and galaxies – many visible to the naked eye. If you know where to look, the GGNRA offers stargazers an endless well of magic to observe year-round.

Holiday activities in the GGNRA: New memories await in nearby national parks

‘Tis the season for a 3-hour outdoor adventure "Family HoliDAY" packed with fun, wow and discovery. The Golden Gate National Recreation Area in the San Francisco Bay Area is a perfect destination for multigenerational families looking to create unforgettable hikes and memories.

The Alcatraz Historic Gardens with the Power Plant seen in the background.

Alcatraz Historic Gardens Volunteer Docent Training

Upcoming Event Dates

Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 8:00am - 1:00pm
Sat, Mar 28, 2026, 8:00am - 1:00pm

Alcatraz Gardens

As a garden docent, you would welcome visitors into the gardens, share the stories of those who created and tended the gardens, and share the garden preservation work that was done.

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Sign labeled "Hopper's Hands" on a fence with the Golden Gate Bridge behind.

What’s the story behind “Hopper’s Hands” by Fort Point?

Looking for things to do in the Bay Area? Before your next run to the Golden Gate Bridge, discover the story behind a beloved running tradition in SF.