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Point Bonita Bridge closed! No access to lighthouse.
Trail to east side of bridge for spectacular views of Golden Gate, lighthouse, wildlife and much more open to public Sat, Sun and Mon 12:30-3:30PM. Docents on hand to share area's history. more...
Welcome to the Golden Gate National Parks!
Golden Gate National Parks chronicle two hundred years of history, from the Native American culture, the Spanish Empire frontier and the Mexican Republic, to maritime history, the California Gold Rush, the evolution of American coastal fortifications, and the growth of urban San Francisco.
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General Management Plan Open House
The park staff will be hosting open houses in Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo counties. We invite you to explore the preliminary alternatives and discuss your ideas, concerns, and thoughts with the planning team more...
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Volunteers-In-Parks
Volunteers-In-Parks show their support by donating valuable time that allows park staff to run a number of programs that would be impractical or impossible without volunteer assistance. To explore the possibilities for donating time as a volunteer, please contact the park's Volunteer Program manager. more...
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Official Park Maps, Brochures, & Guides
To find out more about the Golden Gate National Parks or to obtain your free copy of our park maps, guides, and/or brochures, feel free to browse our online collection. more...
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Accessibility Information
To find out more about what areas of the park are accessible, please click to find out more. more...
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Write to
Golden Gate National Parks Fort Mason, Building 201
San Francisco, California 94123
E-mail Us
Phone
Visitor Information (415) 561-4700
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Climate
The climate is Mediterranean, so it tends to be windy and cold throughout much of the park. During the summer months, fog is common along the coastlines. Dress in layers is recommended. Hiking boots are appropriate in some areas. Comfortable shoes are also recommended within the San Francisco area, which are most comprised of asphalt or concrete.
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Did You Know?
The GGNRA museum collection, one of the larger and more diverse museum collections in the National Park Service system, contains historic documents, photographs, natural history specimens, archeological artifacts, fine and decorative art objects, furniture, vehicles, uniforms and historic firearms.
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Last Updated: July 24, 2008 at 16:00 EST |