Great beach! Snack shop is very rustic and cool. Beach isn't too rocky, bathrooms are nice. No pets allowed which is a bummer for the good doggos of the world but understandable. Parking was plentiful but some parts are pretty degraded right now.
The ferry ride to and self-guided tour of Alcatraz was great. So much amazing information. Got to meet a former prisoner and purchase a signed copy of his book.
I think the place was GREAT it was beautiful i loved it in pictures and videos of course you will have to visit and see the place for yourself in person to really take in its greatness and to marvel at a of its beauty.
Nice vista point.. good place to go I. Evening and some quite time here
The main attraction was overtaken by the fog...on a sunny day. Let's hope that it will show up tomorrow for our Alcatraz visit
There are a bunch of stars you can see through the night. A wonderful place to take your date to see the stars and the view of the city.
It was a windy day. We were on one end of the bridge. We thought we missed a chance to see but accidentally, my cousin found a path to drive up when we did a u turn. There are people with bikes. We can see the bridge on a high view. It's really cool.
Wow. We truly loved this part of San Francisco. Getting out into nature in the beautiful bay area is something everyone should do for a few hours on your next trip to San Fran. The whole park is well kept and it's so good to see everyone out enjoying the best the city has to offer. Can't wait to go back!
Best donuts anywhere; a must-have if you're in the city!
We visited the overlook for the golden gate bridge from the north side of the bridge. Everybody wants to stop at the first two stops because you can see the entire bridge up close. But if you keep going, the upper vista points have much easier parking and still great views.
Amazing trails and nice views.. avoid weekends after 10:00 become more crowdy. I usual go there on weekend at dawn and it's very peaceful and beautiful.
Nice hikes for every level. Mornings are cold so come prepared .
I loved it here. Great spot to take a break, have a picnic and take in all that is going on around you. For example the men practicing their martial arts, I enjoyed that.
Beautiful location! Went in the early morning, medium traffic, would absolutely recommend
A good vantage point from which to view the bridge from its end. Please beware of vehicle thefts though. When we arrived into the wooded parking area, police were in attendance with a family who had had the window smashed on their car and had some of their luggage stolen. After speaking with a local, apparently it's a common occurrence in this area. Keep valuables out of sight and be mindful of you surroundings if taking a vehicle to thsi place. Bolut other than that, you can get some great photographs of the golden gate bridge!
Nice nature and good point to view many wheal in the Ocean.
Fantastic place to visit with family and friends. Amazing historical bridge to view, lovely weather, nice tour or picnic place.
I wish there were more portapotties along the lands end hike. Beautiful hike, not too difficult. Might recommend some long sleeves based on wind, fog and colder days. Have a great hike!! I went on a double date hike and I walked past lands end, past legion of honor, visited robin Williams home and took a beautiful shot with his home and the golden gate bridge!
Marin Headlands were great on a Monday -- not too much traffic! Point Bonita is a must-see, but small volunteer numbers mean it's only open a few hours a week.
Just AMAZING, but make sure you go there with ample amount of time
Just a great experience
Surrounding areas are full of nature and hiking mountains
Visiting from the east coast, skip those first few scenic stop where you fight the parking and head down towards Point Benita. There's better scenics views and some old battaries and beaches to find. Tons of trails to walk and great views towards the bay and out to the Pacific.
Beautiful but too windyyyyyy. Anyway it's a wonderful place to go sightseeing. Traffic is pretty heavy
Please check for any parasitic arachnids on all people and animals that go to this park or really at any outside area like this. On 13 May 2019, I had to remove a tick lodged into the skin of my belly which found me here. Other than having this experience with a tick, it s a nice national recreation area . This belongs to we the people . Let s try and respect this fact and take care of our place.
Great scenery, needles to say, great place to ride bike, walk, and have a picnic. If you're going to ride your bike on the Golden Gate Bridge, make sure to follow the rules. If not the daily boke riders will Definitely remind you.
So many awesome things to see. The Japanese tea garden was Great! Definitely recommend this place!
Beautiful! Amazing monent. Very windu but enjoyed clean nature and great view!
Beautiful area for a hike. Free Admission, free Parking. Closes at 7
It was a warm summer day clear on a Sandy Beach just beautiful sunset. It's been a long time since I visited the Golden Gate in the beach it was better than I remember when I was a kid. A great experience everyone should see it once in a while
Drove to the viewing area after arriving earlier in the day. The site is easily accessible from the highway. Views of the Golden Gate Bridge were fantastic and access to the skyway was convenient to parking. Nice facility with many interesting features and tributes to the U.S. military.
Awesome sights! The only thing that could ruin your time here is the lack of a sweater or jacket even a blanket will do. You've been warned.
Love this area. There is is much you can do and see here. Walk run or bike the bridge that offers great views or walk down to the beach which provides more great views of the bridge.
Amazing Views
A Place to be
The bridge itself is amazing the view is astounding a good place to drive around cruising and relaxing in your vehicle
Beautiful but with a sad history. The guides were great!
Great park , amazing views and fresh are within downtown San Francisco.
Amazing view at sunrise and sunset of Golden Gate Bridge, SF downtown.
Lovely scenery. You can spend hours just looking at the bay. All facilities, including washrooms, are here.
Did a ferry ride and crossed through vehicle and all that. Still can't get over the beauty of it !!
I absolutely love running and hiking in the Marin Headlands which includes the Golden Gate National Recreation area. Although in the summer (yes, summer) it can be foggy and cold here, on a clear day it is tough to beat the views of San Francisco, the Pacific Ocean and the North Bay. There are several options for parking but I prefer to park over at Pirates Cove and begin my wanderings there. Beware on a nice day parking can be limited and the trails busy so show up early and catch the nature preserve at its most pristine. There are limited facilities near parking and none on the trail so be sure to bring your own water and food.
Actually, we grabbed a friend who, as luck would have it, had arrived on Terra Firma exactly 65 years hence. So we ducked in at the Bar/restaurant @ The Inn at Cavallo Point, took care of the gent who valet parked the car and after a short wait, we were seated at a little table with cozy chairs. Adult beverages were the order of the hour, after which we delighted in a Quinoa pasta Mac n' cheese w/goat cheese and an order of steamed mussels that were to die for. All in all, a very satisfactory evening. We'll go back very soon...
Great hiking, beach, historic bunkers, lighthouse and visitor center. No food services, but there are restrooms and drinking fountains. Close to Sausalito.
There are some illustrate/ small scale of bridge structure to explain the Golden Gate Bridge design. Highly recommend to take time explain kids about the science to get them to interest science and engineering.
If you are not in a hurry, you can rent a bike or walk on golden gate bridge.
Be careful walking on the golden gate bridge. There are a lot of bicycle riders. They have the left lane on north bound of walk way. Check the sign on the pedestrian path before starting.
Awesome place for anyone to just walk around and enjoy the beautiful sights. So many people from all around the world come through this place, just great!
Didn't have enough time here...amazing place...so many museums and activities...amongst an absolutely beautiful park...days..
weeks..month could easily be spent here
.possibly the best part of San Francisco
Excellent place with beautiful views and well signed trails.
Traffic v scenery... You decide. I had no time to enjoy as I had a job to get to at Clear Lake.
At Golden Gate National Park you will be impressed by the sweeping lawns that carry you down to the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco Bay. It's a fun place to hang out wrapped up from the coastal breeze and for kids to run around and play.
Wonderful place is this absolutely fabulous. Nice natural scenic beauty.
There are amazing photos you can take, and you can see Alcatraz
It's a must attraction if visiting San Francisco.
You can take good pics from both sides of the bridge but grounds for playing and sun bathing is on water level.
You need to bring your drinks and food if you are intending to stay for several hours as they there are no restaurants and cafes nearby.
There are people fishing around, and some others are just sun bathing.
From what I saw it was just an information center and gift shop. The staff was extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about the surrounding areas. I was lost and they gave me perfect directions on how to reach a vantage point worth breath taking views of the golden gate bridge
Hiked to Tennessee Beach. The trail started off paved and changed to dirt road. There was also a single track alternative for a portion of the trail. There seemed to be a good network of trails heading other places. I want to come back and explore. Encountered numerous runners, hikers, cyclists and even a couple of campers.
Gorgeous. The Great Outdoors just a short drive from the big metropolis. The serenity alone is so good for the mind! Get your dose of Nature and clear your head!!
Absolutely beautiful. You can get lost in it and forget you are in the city. I walked for three hours. There were buffalos too.!
Great lookout point! The parking can be an issue, but luckily we got one very quick!
What a fantastic place. One must walk the entire bridge and also trek near by hills to see overall view. Hills can be reached by your car to view the city and golden gate bridge. Neatly maintained even after 80 years.
We had a wonderful time walking around the bridge and the Presidio.
Beautiful area for low key hiking and historical points of interest. Many limitations on dogs throughout so check the rules before you bring your furry friend.
I keep saying this. But how can you not love this?!
Despite all the liberal BS associated with that beautiful city it is still a beautiful place to visit
Strong breeze, sunny but cold. If you enjoy picnic, this is a good place with full view of bridge. There are plenty of parking spaces along the beach. Furthermore, there is no crowd to get a good picture!
This is such a nice place. I did a bike tour from SF to Sausalito. Beautiful scenery and an nice bridge. Awesome food!
I love this place because this is my Barth place and I am leaving in this place from 33 year and everything available in this place.....
The people are loving one other.
Land's End beautiful view of the ocean at sun set. Comfortable park. Romantic walkways. Historically fascinating.
Beautiful vistas are readily accessible everywhere around this park area. This is practically a must if you are visiting the city for the first time. Be careful about planning ahead for weather and traffic; fog or clouds render this site useless, as all you can see is a blanket over the city and bridge. If you are visiting on the weekend, you will likely get trapped in traffic for at least an hour, likely more. The turn offs are blocked by cones and rangers.
Insider tip: Enter on the bridge side - DO NOT try to go up the hill from the back side, it will leave you stranded. If you enter the main gate, one of the rangers will let you turn around if you decide the wait is too long for your visit
The park chronicles 200 years of history from Native American culture, Spanish Empire frontier, the Gold Rush, evolution of American coastal fortifications and growth of urban San Francisco. Comprised of 19 separate ecosystems and home to 1,273 plant/animal species, the park has hundreds of ways to recreate including horseback riding, ranger-led programs, bicycling, hiking and walking your dog.
It is worth the hike up the hill and explore around!
Great views! Excellent place to walk with your kids and dogs.
You can bring bikes!!
Excellent views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge and many other places. Muir Woods is nearby, and the headlines are spectacular for views. If you are in the Bay Area definitely check this place out.
Golden Gate Bridge was cool found out you're not supposed to be on it at night I was taking pictures of the city lights and they thought I was going to jump. What a bunch of dingleberries, but they were pretty nice fellas. They were just doing their job. It was pretty damn funny. I even got it on camera. Highly recommend you going between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. and stopping on the bridge and taking pictures if you want to see a good comedy Act. Them boys sure are quick but you got to love the fellas out there they're great. Keep up the good work guys. No hard feelings I'm the guy from Texas
Nice place to see the Golden Gate bridge. With a super view in the morning when the sun shines. Lots of place to park your car.
An excellent hiking trial just outside San Francisco. Absolutely beautiful.
Great variety of vantage points for photos. Lots of picnic space.
We visited here as part of a tour with Big Bus Hop on Hop off buses. We stopped for photos and the views were amazing. It was part of a night tour as well so if your going in autumn or winter rug up as it's cold and windy when you cross the Golden Gate Bridge But you absolutely must sit upstairs to get the best views.
The facility seemed a bit run down, especially the portion that was newly dedicated in 2012, but the view is spectacular.
Beautiful scenery! During sun or fog it's some amazing shots and sights! Hit up the warm up Cafe at the South East area as well!
Good walk. Cold but fun. Even though it was December, it got warm at 1PM.
