Photo: NPS photo/Will Elder
For 218 years, the Presidio served as an army post for three nations.
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World and local events, from military campaigns to World Fairs and earthquakes, left their mark. Come enjoy the history and the natural beauty of the Presidio.
Explore centuries of architecture. Reflect in a national cemetery.
Walk along an historic airfield, through forests or to beaches, and admire spectacular vistas.
NO campfires, beach fires, or outdoor grills are allowed in park when the Bay Area Air Quality Management District declares a Spare the Air Day. Your compliance reduces pollution and improves air quality. See Recreational Fires webpage for more details about universal fire regulations in the park.
You can prevent vehicle break-ins in parking lots and scenic overlooks. Before leaving your car for even a short period of time: 1) Remove all valuables, 2) Lock your doors. 3) Take your wallets, purses, backpacks, keys, key fobs, cell phones, and electronics with you. Read article for more details.
6 experiences from the National Park Service. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
Reservation required
Always open by reservation, The Park Archives and Records Center is excited to host visitors, researchers, and park staff. Here the Presidio's past is bridged to its present by the images, documents…
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Bike the Golden Gate Bridge!
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Birdwatching in Crissy Field
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Walking along the Crissy Field Promenade is a great recreational activity as well as a good wildlife and sightseeing adventure.
Learn more about Crissy Field Restored Wetlands on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
Birdwatching in the Presidio.
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Fishing at Torpedo Wharf near Fort Point and Crissy Field.
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Open 24 hours, daily · Presidio of San Francisco
The Presidio is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
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Heat Advisory issued October 2 at 8:53PM PDT until October 4 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Hot conditions with maximum temperatures in the low-80s to
low-90s. Mild minimum temperatures and weak onshore flow will limit
overnight relief.
* WHERE...The Marin Hills, Northern Monterey Bay, San Francisco, and
Northern Salinas Valley/Hollister Valley and Carmel Valley.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Saturday to 10 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...This level of heat affects anyone without effective
cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts likely in some health
systems, heat-sensitive industries and infrastructure.
Heat Advisory issued October 3 at 2:02AM PDT until October 4 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Hot conditions with maximum temperatures in the low-80s to
low-90s. Mild minimum temperatures and weak onshore flow will limit
overnight relief.
* WHERE...The Marin Hills, San Francisco, and Northern Salinas
Valley/Hollister Valley and Carmel Valley.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 10 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...This level of heat affects anyone without effective
cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts likely in some health
systems, heat-sensitive industries and infrastructure.
Heat Advisory issued October 3 at 7:32AM PDT until October 4 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Hot conditions with maximum temperatures in the low-80s to
low-90s. Mild minimum temperatures and weak onshore flow will limit
overnight relief.
* WHERE...The Marin Hills, San Francisco, and Northern Salinas
Valley/Hollister Valley and Carmel Valley.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 10 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...This level of heat affects anyone without effective
cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts likely in some health
systems, heat-sensitive industries and infrastructure.
The weather at the Presidio is typically cool and quite variable from location to location. The summer is often foggy and cool, so a light coat or sweater is appropriate year-round.
The Presidio lies at the north end of San Francisco at the south end of the Golden Gate Bridge. It can be reached from the north by crossing the Golden Gate Bridge and taking the first exit from Highways 1 and 101; from the east by way of Lombard Street (Highway 101); and from the south via Highway 1 and exiting just before the bridge.
Mailing address: 201 Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA 94123
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