Our Work

Former Alcatraz guard George DeVincenzi and other alumni participate in a reunion on the island in 2015.
Former Alcatraz guards, others to gather for last formal reunion

A chapter of San Francisco history will come to a close on Alcatraz Island as members of the Alcatraz Alumni Association will gather for the final official reunion on the Rock. But their stories will continue to be told.

YAC members try virtual reality in the outdoors
PYC Shared Voice - The Youth Advisory Council

By directly partnering with youth and empowering their voices, we are creating a park that is more relevant, welcoming, and impactful for the young people it serves.

The Golden Gate Visitor Plaza
Golden Gate Bridge Visitor Plaza and Bridge Pavilion Welcome Center

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.

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Golden Gate Bridge and Battery East

Perched at the northern tip of San Francisco, the iconic bridge and surrounding trails, overlooks, and historic military batteries have been the focus of a number of Parks Conservancy projects.

People at Eagles Point Overlook
Lands End Overlooks

Six overlooks along the California Coastal Trail at Lands End offer places to pause and enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Ocean, Golden Gate Bridge, and Marin Headlands.

Interior of Sutro Baths, circa 1900
Testing the Water: Sutro Baths Case Set Precedent for Civil Rights Laws

As we celebrate Black History Month in February, we can find resonances here in our national parks, those places historian Wallace Stegner called “the best idea we ever had.”

Greg Moore speaking at an event
The Journey Continues: Reflections by Greg Moore

President & CEO Greg Moore reflects on his journey to fulfill the vision of “Parks For All Forever.”

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Camping Hacks from the Camping at the Presidio Staff

Looking forward to getting out and camping this summer? Here is a list of camping tips and tricks from our outdoor leaders and guides.

Roving Ranger
The Roving Ranger Turns Five!

The Roving Ranger--the mobile outreach truck for the Golden Gate National Parks--is turning five. Read on to look at the highlights since 2013.

Home Land Security
View Home Land Security in a Virtual 3D Space

This exhibition presented by the FOR-SITE Foundation in partnership with the National Park Service, the Presidio Trust and the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, can now be seen online.

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