Community

Prescribed burn on Mt. Tamalpais
Conservation
When used strategically and repeatedly across larger areas, beneficial fire not only helps restore ecosystems, but it also reduces the risk of out-of-control wildfire and protects our water quality, water system, and the surrounding community. Wildfires that occur in patchy, open landscapes are likely to be less intense than in...
Manzanita Recreation Center
Conservation
This self-guided tour explores the connection between the health of local forests and Marin City’s history.
Dark brown, wet tree bark in a rippled pattern with scattered green patches of lichen.
Conservation
Roy's Redwoods Preserve is a magical place, home to especially large redwood trees and other inhabitants like the California giant salamander. It's one of only four parks in Marin County to enjoy old-growth redwoods, and the only one accessible to people of all abilities.
Our Work

The Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) is home to 91 miles of precious shoreline used for recreation, learning, and general enjoyment by people and the many living things which populate our varied coastal ecosystems. 

The California coast is truly incredible. Whether this is your first visit or your 100th,...

Hands taking picture of a plant using an iPhone
Events
City Nature Challenge is an international celebration of the incredible diversity of life all around us happens in two parts: an observation period and an identification period.
The Roving Ranger and Conservancy Staff at Pacifica Pride
Events
Looking for something fun to do on a weekend outdoors in a local national park? Come out and join us for the Roving Ranger's Park Parade Tour!
The bright yellow sun rises and shines through clouds over San Francisco skyline and Crissy Field.
Our Work

National parks provide a remarkable public commons where people’s health and well-being are nurtured, where protected lands show vulnerability and also resiliency to climate change, where people of all backgrounds can cross paths, where shared experiences with history and culture offer opportunities for reflection, dialogue, and empathy leading toward community resilience and a sense of our shared humanity and connections with our history and the planet.  

Healthy Park Healthy People
Our Work

Parks are valuable, low-cost resources that can counter a growing number of chronic health concerns through the physical and mental health benefits that come from time and activity outdoors.

Kids stretch and play, running around the Presidio Tunnel Tops lawn.
Events
In 2022, the Partnership for the Presidio announced the opening season programs at San Francisco’s most anticipated new national park destination – Presidio Tunnel Tops . The slate was co-curated with the community to include experiences that reflect our region’s cultural vibrancy and invite communities from around the Bay Area...
A new art exhibition from the FOR-SITE Foundation, "Lands End."
Events
Visitors can find immersive experiences now at the Lands End Restaurant adjacent to Sutro Baths.