Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Temporary Closure of Mason Street for Running Event Sunday, August 16, 2026 — Planned road closure from 6:30 AM to 10:30AM for Mason Street from Crissy Field Avenue to Marina Gate near East Beach. Multiple waves of runners will be running on Mason Street. Please obey traffic controls. See link below for detailed map of SF Mile running course. Details ↗
Auto-Theft Warning - Only Bring What You Need to 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 cell phones and electronics with you. Read article for more details. Details ↗
Ocean Beach Fire Season in Effect through October 31, 2026 — Fires allowed ONLY in park provided concrete fire rings between Stairwells 15 and 20. Do NOT make fire rings using rocks, logs or other items. When the Bay Area Air Quality Management District declares a Spare the Air Day, NO campfires, beach fires, or outdoor grills are allowed Details ↗
Upper Fort Mason Roads and Parking Area Closures Fall 2025 - Fall 2026 — Roads and parking areas at upper Fort Mason will have closures during utilities and seismic retrofit projects. Closures planned Fall 2025 through Fall 2026. Lots will be fenced and used as staging areas for projects occurring at Fort Mason. Signs will be posted in advance of util
China Beach Construction Phase 2 Spring - Summer 2026 — Project continues with improvements to the lower terrace and picnic areas, rehabbing the interior and exterior of the bathhouse, and installing seating and foot wash station near beach. Projects are expected to take 16-18 months. See link for details. Details ↗
Presidio Trust Trails Annual Coyote Pupping Season is April to October — To prevent dog-coyote conflicts, avoid seasonally closed sections of the Park Trail and the Bay Area Ridge Trail to dog walking. Explore open dog-friendly trails instead and remember to keep dogs on leash. Visit the Presidio Trust's website for more details. Details ↗
Source: US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.
Introducción
El Área Recreativa Nacional del Golden Gate abarca una variedad diversa de paisajes, incluyendo acantilados costeros, bosques y sitios históricos. Atrae a visitantes por sus vistas escénicas, actividades al aire libre y monumentos culturales, como la Isla de Alcatraz y los Bosques de Muir.
La zona es una mezcla de belleza natural y significado histórico, ofreciendo senderos para caminar y andar en bicicleta. Los viajeros a menudo vienen a experimentar el icónico Puente Golden Gate y explorar la rica historia de la región, incluyendo los restos de instalaciones militares y el Distrito Sutro.
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Foto: NPS photo/Will Elder