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Golden Gate National Recreation AreaTheme(s): Hispanic American | |
Description:
The Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) is the largest urban national park in the world. The total park area is 74,000 acres of land and water. Approximately 28 miles of coastline lie within its boundaries. It is nearly two and one-half times the size of San Francisco.
Comprised of many locations, Golden Gate NRA has more information on specific sites like Alcatraz, Marin Headlands, Fort Funston, Fort Mason, as well as Muir Woods National Monument, Fort Point National Historic Site, and the Presidio of San Francisco. Each with its own unique natural, cultural, and military histories, GGNRA is one of the most visited locations.
Designations:
National Recreation Area (October 27, 1972)
Accessibility:
Fort Mason Center: Advance arrangements can be made for people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users, (415) 441-5706.
Fort Point NHS and the Fort Point bookstore: The theatre, first floor of the fort and rest rooms are accessible.
Muir Woods NM: The paved trails are handicapped accessible. Alcatraz: The rest rooms, located at the dock and at the top of the hill are accessible, as is the main level of the cellhouse. The island has a ferry (Blue & Gold Fleet) that is also accessible. The SEAT (Sustainable Easy Access Transport) vehicle is available on Alcatraz for accessible transport to the cellhouse.
Presidio: The visitor center, located on the main post, as well as the Golden Gate Promenade are accessible as is most of the paved areas of the Presidio.
Crissy Field: There are portions of this area that are accessible. Fort Funston: There are wheelchair accessible, loop trails at this location.
Cliff House: There is limited accessibility to the ruins.
Getting Around:
Much of the GGNRA is within walking distance from San Francisco, with other areas up to an hour's drive away. The recreation area follows San Francisco's northern and western shoreline, extending down the peninsula. Across Golden Gate Bridge in Marin County, follow any of the various access roads off of Highway 101, including Alexander Avenue, Shoreline Highway and Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, to the recreation area. The Municipal Railway (MINI) bus system serves Rodeo Beach in Marin on Sundays. Visitor information is available at Fort Mason, The Cliff House, Fort Point, Rodeo Beach and Muir Woods, Fort Funston and the Presidio. GGNRA lands in San Mateo County are accessible via Skyline Blvd.
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Boating | Camping | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Horseback Riding | Swimming | Wildlife Viewing | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | Kayaking | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Restaurant or Snack Bar | Lodging | Picnic Areas | Groceries or Supplies | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Nature: Endangered Animals | And more.
Directions to Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Plane:
San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose International Airports service the San Francisco Bay Area.
Car:
Golden Gate NRA can be reached by Highways 1 , 101, 880 and 280. From the north, south or east parts of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Public Transportation
There are various buses that run through the park. Depending on which area you are interested in, it is best to refer to the transit information site.
Attractions:
Alcatraz Island
Phone:(415) 705-1045
Muir Woods NM
Fort Point NHS
Phone:(415) 561-4395
San Francisco Maritime NHP
Phone:(415) 556-1659
Eugene O'Neill NHS
Phone:(925) 838-0249
Nearby Parks:
Point Reyes National Seashore (65 miles)
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Contact Information for Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Fort Mason, Building 201
San Francisco, CA
94123-0022
Phone: (415) 556-0560
Fax: 415-561-4750
Located in San Francisco, CA
For more information on Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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