Beaches

Stairs down to Black Sands Beach
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Beach
You’ll feel like a pirate as you descend the steps to the black sand on this hidden beach in the Marin Headlands.
NPS Ranger pushes beach wheelchair into storage
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Beach Wheelchairs are available upon request via the National Park Service. Please provide at least 5 days advanced notice.
Some spots in the Golden Gate National Parks, like this overlook in Tennessee Valley, are wonderful for reflection.
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Beach
The 1.8-mile, well-groomed trail to Tennessee Beach begins at the trailhead parking lot, about a mile down Tennessee Valley Road.
The Golden Gate Bridge as seen from China Beach.
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China Beach, the small, sandy cove nestled between Baker Beach and Lands End, isn’t just a hidden gem, it’s a prized jewel.
Events
Thu, Nov 30 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Feb 29 9:00am-12:00pm
Ocean Beach, Stairwell 17
Help restore and maintain historic landscapes and cultural resources along the shoreline of San Francisco.
Events
Thu, Dec 28 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Jan 25 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Feb 22 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Mar 28 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Apr 25 9:00am-12:00pm
Baker Beach Access Trailhead
Help restore and maintain historic landscapes and cultural resources along the shoreline of San Francisco.
Events
Thu, Dec 21 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Jan 18 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Feb 15 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Mar 21 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Apr 18 9:00am-12:00pm
East Beach Crissy Field Parking Lot
Help restore and maintain historic landscapes and cultural resources along the shoreline of San Francisco.
Events
Thu, Dec 14 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Jan 11 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Feb 08 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Mar 14 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Apr 11 9:00am-12:00pm
Lands End Parking Lot
Help restore and maintain historic landscapes and cultural resources along the shoreline of San Francisco.
Events
Thu, Dec 07 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Jan 04 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Feb 01 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Mar 07 9:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Apr 04 9:00am-12:00pm
Ampitheater Trailhead
Help restore and maintain historic landscapes and cultural resources along the shoreline of San Francisco.
Ocean Beach visitors warm up beside a bonfire in the iconic fire pits as a golden sunset illuminates the sky.
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Where else can you roast s'mores while watching the sun set over the Pacific Ocean? So bundle up and head out to these beaches for a memorable time out.