Bicentennial Campground
- Price:
- $25 per night
- Rating:
- 4.2 stars (107 reviews)
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Overview
Golden Gate National Recreation Area is managed by National Park Service. Experience a park so rich it supports 19 distinct ecosystems with over 2,000 plant and animal species. Go for a hike, enjoy a vista, have a picnic or learn about the centuries of overlapping history from California’s indigenous cultures, Spanish colonialism, the Mexican Republic, US military expansion and the growth of San Francisco. All of this and more awaits you, so get out and find your park.
Things to Do at Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Camping Opportunities
Golden Gate National Recreation Area offers 4 campgrounds with various amenities and settings. From developed campgrounds with full facilities to primitive backcountry sites, there are options for every camping style.
Hawk Campground
- Price:
- $25 per night
- Rating:
- 4.4 stars (56 reviews)
Haypress Campground
- Price:
- $25 - $75 per night
- Rating:
- 4.3 stars (69 reviews)
Kirby Cove Campground
- Price:
- $40 - $75 per night
- Rating:
- 4.6 stars (172 reviews)
Tours & Tickets
Experience guided tours, tickets, and special programs. Advance reservations recommended.
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Golden Gate National Recreation Area include:
Nearby Activities
- Biking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Horseback Riding
- Picnicking
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
Golden Gate National Recreation Area is a popular destination. Campground reservations typically open several months in advance. For peak season visits, book as early as possible. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
Golden Gate National Recreation Area has many sites that span over 60 miles of mostly coastal areas north and south of San Francisco. Park areas can be reached by Highways 1, 101 and 280 from the north and south San Francisco Bay Area, and by Highway 80 from the East Bay. To access park headquarters at Fort Mason, please use the entrance at Franklin and Bay Streets in San Francisco.
GPS Coordinates: 37.85982500000000, -122.60073900000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (415) 561-4700
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