Baker Beach

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Baker Beach

Beach · Presidio

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San Francisco, CA

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Irina Khlebantsova

Google
It was very windy on the coast, not very pleasant if you are used to warm weather. But if you have warm clothes, nothing prevents you from enjoying the magnificent views of the Golden Gate. Had a wonderful time with your family. Everyone should have a trip like this in their collection.

Jonathan Phan

Google
Baker Beach is a classic San Francisco destination, offering sandy shores and unbeatable views of the Golden Gate Bridge. It’s popular for picnics, sunset walks, and casual beach days. The northern end is clothing-optional, while the southern stretch is more family-friendly. The waves can be strong, so swimming isn’t recommended, but the scenery makes up for it. Parking is available in a lot near the entrance, and restrooms are on-site. The beach is clean and spacious, with plenty of room to spread out. It’s a great spot to unwind, take photos, or just enjoy the coastal breeze.

Amber Sinclair

Google
Cute little beach with great views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Fine sand, limited parking and it fills up fast. Walkable from the Golden Gate Bridge.

QuinnFord

Google
Later found out this is where Burning Man started. Really really peaceful. I could see myself coming back to beach camp. (Hope they allow that) Got a great shot of the bridge from the bathhouse window too 👌🏼 Definitely going to come back 😊

Yevgeny Krymov

Google
Expect colossal waves and strong winds. Not suitable for swimming. There are porto potties on the parking lot but they are gross 🤮. Parking is limited but if wait 5-10 minutes something will open up. Great views and sounds. Surfers on the leftmost edge.

Louie Smirnoff

Google
Baker Beach was an absolute gem during my visit to San Francisco. Nestled on the edge of the Presidio, it offers some of the most breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge I’ve ever seen—perfect for photos or just soaking in the natural beauty. The beach itself is clean, peaceful, and has a laid-back vibe that makes you want to stay all day. The sound of the waves, the fresh ocean breeze, and the scenic backdrop of cliffs and cypress trees make it feel like a mini escape from the city. Whether you’re going for a walk, enjoying a picnic, or just sitting with your feet in the sand, it’s one of those places that instantly puts you at ease. It’s a great spot for couples, solo travelers, and even families (though the northern part is clothing optional, so just be aware depending on who you’re with). Overall, Baker Beach is a must-visit if you want a perfect mix of nature, serenity, and iconic San Francisco views.

Tina

Google
This beach is beautiful. Its a bit hidden away. I love that parking is free and it's a short walk to the beach from the parking lot. Fair warning, it can get super packed on the weekend. Weekdays are lovely. The view and experience being at the ocean is so very refreshing.

Kunal Jaggi

Google
Baker Beach is a beautiful and peaceful spot with unobstructed views of the Golden Gate Bridge—perfect for photos or just soaking in the scenery. We went on a weekday and it wasn't too crowded, which made it even more enjoyable. Parking was surprisingly easy to find, especially considering it's a popular destination. Just a heads-up for families: the northern end of the beach is clothing-optional, so be mindful if you're visiting with kids. Stick to the southern side for a more family-friendly experience. Overall, a great place to relax and take in one of San Francisco’s iconic views!
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Shelby G.

Yelp
Clean beach, good parking, outhouses at one parking spot and bathrooms at another. Plenty of room to walk dogs, only a few people with dogs on the beach this morning. Lots of signage in the area for coyotes. Apparently it's a problem as park ranger type told me to be aware since I had dogs either me.
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Keerthana R.

Yelp
I decided to visit this place after seeing beautiful pictures of this beach in Instagram. Special about this beach is that it offers a spectacular vantage point of the Golden Gate Bridge. The beach is clean with soft sand that's perfect for a picnic. The waves are usually gentle, making it a great spot for families or a peaceful retreat. Facilities are basic, with a few restrooms and no food stands, so bringing your own supplies is a good idea. Parking can be a bit challenging, especially on weekends, so plan ahead or consider public transit.
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Frank W.

Yelp
I rarely go to Baker Beach. When I do, however, I always think to myself I should come here more often. I usually am on the other side of the Golden Gate Bridge, by Fort Point. I like Baker Beach as a secluded, quieter spot, and in my experience it is not as windswept as elsewhere on the water (that is not to say it is SoCal). My understanding is it is a nudist venue. I'm fine with that. I believe to the extent anyone is threatened, it is voyeurs and scolds who are menacing to the sunbathers, not those who are without clothing toward their attired brethren.
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Fav Song M.

Yelp
Amazing view, very calming and beautiful. Me and my family had a great time especially with the view of the Golden Gate Bridge!!!
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Chris S.

Yelp
This is such a great photo spot for the Golden Gate Bridge. The best place is to park toward the top and walk down to the beach. In the past, there used to be giant rocks right in front and it made for epic photos. I've been fortunate to take photos during sunrise and sunset. By far, sunset photos were my favorite. You can't beat the different sunset colors with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background. This beach can get pretty crowded since it's popular, but the view is always worth it. Definitely recommend!
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Gabe Y.

Yelp
Gorgeous area with a view of the Golden Gate Bridge. Good for photos. One of our favorite beaches in the SF area other than Muir. There is also path about 1.5 miles long that leads to a walk on the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Anna F.

Yelp
Very popular spot for both locals and tourists, so keep that in mind when you are planning a trip here. The parking lot situation can get tough, so get here early if possible, or be ready to wait for parking. The beach itself and parking area are well-maintained. Not to mention, you get the BEST views of the Golden Gate Bridge! It's also dog-friendly and they have restrooms available on-site. Took a lot of great pictures and had a relaxing and fun time at the beach. Highly recommend and I would definitely be back!
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Denise C.

Yelp
Baker Beach has an old battery(chamberlain). That means it's a military spot. The view is okay and the weather is not too cold or hot. It's a small hideaway and inlet. The parking lot is helpful. Baker Beach is a San Francisco bucket list spot. It's accessible by bus. It's in the Presidio. It's quiet and you won't see too much or anybody. It's like Ocean Beach..quiet and a little cold..sunny..and existential.
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JoAnn S.

Yelp
Baker Beach is south of the Golden Gate Bridge and across from the Marin Headlands. There are lots of views of the Golden Gate Bridge from the beach. There is a parking lot and restrooms. Above the parking lot there is more parking on the road. I arrived with a friend on a Wednesday around noon in late September. At first, it was very calm, and in the 70s. Two hours later, it was 80 degrees. When we left at 2:30, the wind had picked up. There is a large sandy beach for walking, combing, fishing, and playing with your dog. If you walk towards the Golden Gate Bridge, before you get to the rocks, you may notice that people are in their birthday suits. Way back in 1986, the first Burning Man happened on Baker Beach with the burning of an 8-foot effigy.
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Meg B.

Yelp
Baker Beach is the beach you had to go to if you want to see views of the GGB. It's the most iconic POV for the entire city. I was lucky to visit many times while I lived in San Francisco. It's easy to access from the Presidio. It's a nice spot to picnic if you're properly prepared. I believe there is a designated nudist area, or there was when I lived there, and that's cool. Another great spot that doesn't have the same architectural views, but still beautiful is Ocean Beach.
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Meg T.

Yelp
I was really not a fan of Baker Beach. After walking over from the Disney Family Museum and under the Golden Gate Bridge the trail unfortunately ends at Baker Beach. Most of it is not paved and the sand is thick thick underfoot. It's literally like sinking in and wading through it to get to the other side. The steps and paved areas appear not well taken care of and the whole beach feels on the unsafe side. I had planned to continue on to Land's End, but the sand messed up my knee so bad I ended up deciding to Uber home. However Baker Beach had other plans because it has no cell reception. I ended up walking another two blocks to get a single bar to call for the cab. Yeah, naw Baker Beach, I'm good.
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Bella B.

Yelp
One of the best beaches in SF! I always stop by for a quick visit. Lots of places to park
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Kate D.

Yelp
Such a beautiful beach! Dogs are allowed and there is ample street parking. Just make sure to respect private driveways! 10/10 recommend!
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Wilson J.

Yelp
Beautiful views!! Nice trail for a workout- distracted by views ! Highly recommend! Not crowded. Can even go all the way down and walk the beach.
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Teresa B.

Yelp
Easy free parking. Nice and close for carrying your chairs etc. This is my favorite Bay Area beach ! On a clear day oh!!! The picture perfect view of the Golden Gate Bridge. Just stunning!
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Michael W.

Yelp
Baker Beach. Go. What more is there to say? Beautiful beach, beautiful views. Plenty of parking
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Connie W.

Yelp
This is my favorite beach in SF. Usually not crowded when I visit at dusk, which is magic hour for photos. This is a beautiful view of the Golden Gate from the Pacific side. I can image long ago when people aboard ships would see the iconic red gate as a welcome symbol to California.
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Janey J.

Yelp
Amazing !! Great beach with beautiful views of the GG!!! N a sucker for sightseeing and taking pic.. this is a great spot !!!!!
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Jessi M.

Yelp
Super pretty. May be a nude beach but pictures are awesome coming from the beach! Water was cold. Didn't swim.
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Udip ..

Yelp
Stunning beach. Caught a sunset there. Highly recommend. Plenty of free parking. Can get busy but wasn't that busy when I went (Thursday evening)
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Trice O.

Yelp
Love it! The views are beautiful. This is a good place to take out of towners wanting to see the Golden Gate Bridge and the beach. I appreciate the short hiking trail and the sound of the waves. It's the perfect place for me to clear my mind.
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Sharon J.

Yelp
It's a lovely beach but the stairs are very steep and if you don't have strong legs, you can have trouble getting up the stairs. Best to enjoy from afar.
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Steve M.

Yelp
Love this view and hidden gem. Grabbing a burrito and hanging out at this scenic beach never gets old. 100% worth spending a day here!
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Pamela A.

Yelp
Not really a business type review but I can confirm that it was a very pleasant beach area. Pretty clean for a public area. For the most part people were enjoying themselves.

Big B.

Yelp
Im not sure if this gets such good reviews because of the view or the fact that they even consider this a " nude beach"... it couldnt be any farther from a nude beach... its just. Place you can be naked... as far as the view, thats why it gets stars at all... for the beach... it is not relaxing at all..... many, many dogs, picture takers, creepers that have never seen a nude person before, people that come here and dont take their clothes off are the one that should be out of place. I wish they would make it a real nude beach, no dogs, no cameras, and nudity is encouraged...
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Jeff A.

Yelp
Good place to see the Golden Gate Bridge from a bit of a distance. I walked about 3/4 mile on the sand with shoes until we got to the rock formations. Its still a pretty good distance to the bridge, but its a nice walk. I parked in a cul-de-sac in a nice neighborhood. There was steps going down to the sand and it was marked as "Baker Beach". There also appeared to be parking lot a short distance away. If you want to get really close to the bridge, its going to be a long walk and I'm not sure its even possible. For that view, Fort Point National Historic site is a better option.
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Eric J.

Yelp
Lived 1/2 my life in San Francisco & never came here until now. Feels good taking my kids to new places & explore. They went crazy when it was time to leave. I guess they don't need food and water when they are having fun.
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Jerry C.

Yelp
Pkjc88. Baker Beach is definitely one of the best beach spot in the city! You get to enjoy the beautiful views of the ocean, Presidio area, and the Golden Gate Bridge, so it's a good spot for taking Instagram pics. There's a parking spot right next to the beach, so that's cool. A lot of people bring their dogs for walks; very pet friendly area. It's a good place for running; you get so much cardio running in the dry or wet sand. If you're bringing kids, just know that people like to soak up their VITAMIN Ds naked, so just be cool with it LoL. Overall Baker Beach is a must go spot if you're visiting SF!
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Raghavi A.

Yelp
Rain or shine, Baker Beach never disappoints. My best friend and I took a little road trip over to SF for the weekend. I put together a little picnic for us and we decided to stop at Baker Beach to enjoy it. Parking was fairly easy. We weren't expecting to find a spot so quickly, but it all worked out. The weather wasn't as ideal as we had hoped, but the fog and gloom didn't stop anyone from going to Baker Beach! Be sure to bring layers to bundle up when the weather isn't too pretty! Pro tip: if you're bringing food with you, be extra careful of the sea gulls! They really will invade your space if they see food.
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Jennifer S.

Yelp
I'll never forget the first time I discovered Baker Beach. I was hiking the Coastal Trail with my daughter-- that's right, my daughter, who was probably about nine years old at the time. "Mom, why isn't that man wearing any clothes?" "I don't know, sweetie, let's just not look at him." But then there was another naked man.. and another... Oh my gosh, is this... a nude beach? This is gonna be a fun one to explain to her dad... Yeah, I had no idea that there was a nude beach in SF, until we stumbled upon it by accident. Luckily, we quickly distracted ourselves by climbing the Sand Ladder, and got out of there. Baker Beach offers a great view of the Golden Gate Bridge, which is probably less than half a mile away. The views of nature are stunning. The views of the people are something else. I would definitely recommend checking it out, but don't bring your kids, like I accidentally did. Or, if you do, make sure you stick to the south side of the beach, since it is the north side that's technically "clothing optional." Four stars instead of five, because there should be signs warning people from hundreds of yards away as they walk in. "Hey, you're approaching a nude beach. If you have kids with you, you might want to turn around." A heads up would have been nice. Pro tip from the Parks Conservancy website: Keep an eye out for harbor porpoises. Aside from the aforementioned Coastal Trail, other nearby trails to this one include the Battery Chamberlain Trail and the Lobos Creek Trail.
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Bree R.

Yelp
Superrr windyyy!! We could barely enjoy ourselves on our little picnic bc all of our books and food and blankets kept flying away But great views and a cute place to make a pit stop for some cute pictures!
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Abby W.

Yelp
I've dreamt of taking my dogs to San Francisco and getting a photo of them with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background for almost a decade. I finally got it done on my California coast road trip this summer and Baker Beach was the perfect location. I would have preferred a sunnier day but I thought the fog was also fitting for San Francisco. We stopped by around 10:30 am in early July and it was still fairly overcast with just a bit of blue sky peeking through the clouds. Being from San Diego, I must say that a beach day in San Francisco requires more layers. But the chill in the air didn't detract too much from the experience. For some reason, the lower parking lot was blocked off so we had to park in the upper lot and walk down to the beach. There was plenty of parking although I did notice that it had filled up quite a bit by the time we left an hour later. We noticed the signs warning about hiding your valuables because of a high break-in rate. We weren't 100% sure of the dog rules at the beach as we didn't see any signs. We met up with a coworker who is a local though and she said that dogs could be off leash. The waves were pretty intense though so I ended up putting my water loving pug back on the leash because I was afraid she would get swept out to sea, especially since there were signs warning of riptides.
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Wanugee N.

Yelp
Baker Beach is more of a local's hang out than the 5x -10x larger Ocean Beach to the south, where the Beach Chalet and Cliff House and Sutro Bath Ruins near Lands End attracts tour buses and Touristas. Unlike the open expanse to the wind and waves of Ocean Beach in the Richmond and Sunset districts divided by Golden Gate Park, Baker Beach is nestled amongst the winding roads of the sprawling Presidio of San Francisco, in a little cove like strip just off the luxurious mansions at the toney Sea Cliff and Lake Street neighborhoods of multi-million dollar properties. It's a much narrower strip of sand and surf, facing the Pacific Ocean, but west of the Golden Gate Bridge, so it has a stunning and less known (by tourists) view back at the western, ocean side of the GGB, rather than the much more photographed bayside. Their is a parking lot of 20 - 30 slots, and perhaps 20 - 30 more on the road leading up to it. Baker Beach has long been known as a clothing optional beach by locals. But if you come in June and July, when the hot San Joaquin Valley heat sucks in the Marine layer from the Pacific Ocean across the Bay, you may freeze off your little boys and girls here. Locals know that September-October brings the Indian summer to the Bay Area, and this would be a better time to go au naturel. This being San Francisco, however, you tourists from the Midwest shouldn't expect to see Lola and Candy's D cup Girls titillating you like they used to in the strip clubs in North Beach in the '60s. You are more likely to see Dick, Peter, or the full Monty package from the Castro dangling in the sun and breeze, like you often do at many random parades or events anywhere else in San Francisco. There is a pack of half a dozen old white men who roam about in a lazy cruising effort, at any given event in SF, or just randomly. I once saw a man fully buck naked in the FiDi downtown, carrying only a briefcase. I guess when discretion became the better part of valor, he may have had his "briefs" in his case. I don't think there any facilities at Baker Beach, and perhaps none nearby, so plan accordingly and pack what you need. Unless you're buck naked in your birthday suit.
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Roger B.

Yelp
Nice beach to walk, good parking and not very crowded unless it's 90 degrees in SF There are some facilities but basic it short walk from parking to the beach proper
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Phil A.

Yelp
Baker Beach is very popular among tourists and locals!!! Because of that, parking is somewhat difficult. But that kinda goes with popular places. But this place has picturesque views of the Golden Gate Bridge, I've seen a lot of photo shoots here because of the background. There is a part of this beach where people get their nakedness on, although the times I've been here have been rather chilly, so I've yet to see any of that. I didn't even know all of that until after I went, lol. I've never seen this beach not crowded, the views alone are worth a visit!!!
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Ed U.

Yelp
** The following review reflects my experience DURING the COVID-19 pandemic. ** Gee, the last time I was here, and indeed it's been a while, there were a whole lotta naked people. Not the frolicking, Esalen-vibe kinda naked people, more like the no-gym, no-worries kinda naked people. But that was late on an unexpectedly balmy Sunday afternoon. I was back early on a predictably cold Saturday morning, and the naked people must've been hiding in their burrows. In their place were a lotta guys with fishing poles casting their lines against the crashing waves (photo: https://bit.ly/3rNVUMm). They were fully clothed, gratefully. Despite the postcard-ready panoramas, I don't come here often since driving here since Seacliff seems like another world to me. However, I was waiting for my car to be serviced in the Inner Richmond and got ambitious walking on the Mountain Lake Trail. Eventually the trail ends here at the beach where the Golden Gate Bridge beckons. Personally this is my favorite view of it especially as the tankers roll in and out underneath the carriage (photo: https://bit.ly/3rLuFBV). I was even bold enough to walk up the Sand Ladder to get back on Lincoln (photo: https://bit.ly/3duPE72). RELATED - Going to the beach? Here's a collection of beaches I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3rMOJ7b

Nolan B.

Yelp
Baker Beach is known for being "frequented by clothing-optional sunbathers," but I have never seen anyone less than fully dress. It is a small beach, and a welcome refuge for those in the neighborhood. I would not recommend it to out-of-towners in the City for a short vacation. Some will find its history worth a visit. On the Summer Solstice of 1986, Larry Harvey burned a wooden effigy from scrap wood beginning Burning Man.
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Vic C.

Yelp
Baker Beach is definitely a popular beach among tourists and locals alike. It has beautiful views of the famous Golden Gate Bridge and is also dog friendly. On this beach, north of Lobos Creek is where dogs are able to go off leash, romp and play and have a good time. But on the south side of Lobos Creek, dogs are allowed but must be on a leash. But please note that the beach side that is closest to the bridge is a clothing optional area. I did not see any naked bodies (I was also not by that part of the beach) but figured I would make mention in case you see one and were not expecting to. The water here is rather cold, and the waves are really strong, so it isn't recommended to go swimming. According to locals, this beach isn't normally that busy during the weekday. However, when I came here with my husband and our little girl dog on a Wednesday around 4:30 pm, there were quite a lot of people (but wasn't too crowded so you can still social distance). We came here to meet some friends (who are locals) with their dogs and were recommended to park at the lot by the restrooms, since this is the parking closest to the off leash dog beach area. We were here for about 2 hours and were able to get some great photos of the sunset of the ocean and also of the famous bridge in the background. This is definitely a beautiful beach to do a photo shoot. I think our little girl dog had fun playing with her friends and both my husband and I enjoyed ourselves. I would definitely recommend checking out this beach if you haven't before and would like some great shots of the Golden Gate Bridge in the background of your photos. Please note that parking is free and there are more than one parking lot. But if you wish to park closest to the dog beach area, then it will be by the restrooms (there are both regular bathrooms and portapotties here. I did not use either). There are plenty of people on this side of the beach did not have dogs so it's okay if you didn't travel with your pet if you would still like a photo of the bridge. Consider bringing a sweater or jacket if you decide to come close to sunset because it gets rather cold.
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Vuyelwa W.

Yelp
Baker Beach is very popular! It's a very walkable beach with great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin Headlands. Also got popular for engagement photo shoots. It's open 24 hours and the parking is close and is free. We came here on a clear and sunny Saturday . Was very cold once we got out the car but the view and beauty was worth it! We walked all the way down close enough to the water and soon and we got there the sun started setting. We experienced one of the most beautiful sunsets. So serene and soo liberating!. We stayed for only 20 mins . Can't believe it was my first time here but look forward to coming back soon. As we left the Golden Gate Bridge was lighting up . That was pretty magical
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Mercedes C.

Yelp
With no bathing suits in tow for this trip (weather I felt, didn't say "beach time") during our Labor Day 2019 weekend, hubs, my daughter and I still wanted to take in the beach scene and see how these folks do it up in San Francisco. We'd gotten some sandwiches from Boudin with hopes of finding a park bench to lounge a bit, be mesmerized by the water and munch away. Which we did. We also had gotten a gorgeous view of the Golden Gate Bridge down yonder. But that wasn't the only view we got. Turns out, this one brotha had given my 25 year old daughter props for her fade haircut- and a minute after, starts walking down the ramp then drops his swim shorts.... Just. Like. That. Because if it's flesh you want to embrace, come to Baker- which by the looks of it, this section is a nude beach. Listen... Everyone we saw were simply too content to spare a glance in anybody's general direction. But if you want to come with your 2 piece, that's fine too.
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Shane S.

Yelp
Me and my friend recently went to Baker Beach. Baker Beach is a lovely beach located in the heart of San Francisco. The best part of the beach besides the amazing views of the Golden Gate bridge is that there is a large stretch of sand that makes the beach feel expansive. Me and my friend had a nice walk on the beach. That was easily the best part of our time here being able to enjoy a nice long walk on the beach.
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Nell C.

Yelp
Great view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Baker Beach. Bring your dog, pack a picnic and sit on the sand and relax for a few hours! People watch is fun too.
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Christine H.

Yelp
It was a foggy-smokey-cloudy morning, for lack of a better term. Much like the state of our country today. Please vote...early! Anywho, yes, be it the smoke from the fires or the natural fog that settles in around the SF area, we stepped into a setting that hid the nearby hills from our view. Thankfully, after about 20 minutes of sitting near the shore and talking about life, we were able to catch a view not only of the ocean (yes, we could barely see into the distance), but also the houses on the hills right next to us. We were also able to view the wide expanse of trees to our right. Baker's Beach stood out to me because of this special area where you could view green as well as blue all around you. Enveloped. To add to the sense of calm we found, there was a deep dip about 12 feet or so from the shore where water would flow in and out, at times leaving about a few inches tall "pool" of water for kids and parents alike to splash around in and enjoy. Maybe I am enchanted by the little things, but I found it somewhat magical. We sat to the side of this special feature, enjoying both the calm of watching the waves but also the thrill of avoiding the water that rose up to the elevated spot we were sitting on. Besides the deep dip, Baker's Beach actually consists of a mile-long strip that allows you to view sights such as the Golden Gate Bridge. We didn't travel too far on the strip, but were aware that there is plenty of length to hike (Coastal Trail) via this beach. Space. Length. Lastly, alongside these qualities, Baker's Beach is dog-friendly. That is definitely a plus! Note: Parking fills up quickly!
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Matthew H.

Yelp
Was a beautiful day at the beach early on Sunday morning! Got here around 9 o'clock and was very surprised at how many people already here, due to the extreme heat in the inland area, and to my surprise it was in the mid 80s and sunny! No fog! Plenty of people wearing masks, And social distancing. Make sure to park in north lot for ease of access and bathrooms if need be. By noon the gates to the parking lots are closed and lots of walking is needed.
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Casey K.

Yelp
We've lived in the Bay Area for a few years and just visited Baker Beach for a family photo session. We were pleasantly surprised by the amazing view of the Golden Gate Bridge as we arrived. There are 2 parking lots from which you can easily reach the beach via a staircase. The parking lot wasn't too busy early in the morning and there was an officer on patrol, so I assume there has been some break ins etc recently (be sure to bring your valuables with you!). The beach is a long stretch which is great for larger crowds of folks to be able to spread out or walk without bumping into others. Definitely a must-see view of the GG Bridge!
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Vivienne C.

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May or may not be the most iconic beach in San Francisco due to its amazing views of the Golden Gate Bridge. If you keep walking, it seems like you could almost touch the bridge. The first time I came here, Friday afternoon, it was a not a good idea at all. We ended up circling around for almost an hour because there was so much traffic and no parking whatsoever. The second time though, our experience was much better. I came on a Wednesday afternoon and was so happy that there were so many parking spaces. Went down to the beach and was glad that there were not make spiky objects in the sand as it is with many beaches in the Bay Area. The views are absolutely gorgeous and there was quite a bit of people there soaking up the sun. I do have to say that in terms of the quietness of the beach, I prefer maybe the ones closer to Santa Cruz as there are less people. In terms of the views of the Golden Gate Bridge, I feel like Chrissy Fields has a slightly better view. Nonetheless, the beach is gorgeous and I will definitely come back on a random weekday afternoon or else the parking will be absolutely horrendous.
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Merry K.

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Been living here in SF for three decades and never been here. Such an amazing place. Dog friendly. Not sure if dog allowed off leashed, but all the furbabies were happily galloping at the beach on their own. Such a happy place! After numerous pictures, we climbed up the 320 Sand Ladder stairs up to Washington Street, crossed it and climbed up to Immigrant Point Look Out. Trails are well maintained and inter connected with each others. Tmobile doesnt have strong signal here so, pay attention to where you are going. Just kidding, I'm sure you wont get lost. I'm really bad with my left and right, thus the warning. There are porta potty and real bathrooms, you choose! I chose porta potty today because I was adventurous. Just kidding, I did not see the real restroom and I had to go. But it was well maintained.
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Raj S.

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Cool beach but hard to find parking . Once you find it is worth of the walk if your parking is far. A lot of people with fur babies and it was a blast for my dog. You can see the golden gate from the beach . Nice place to visit if you are in beach mood in SF Water is nice not very cold
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Mr G.

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Porta potties aside though they do have permanent bathrooms too, this is yet another cool stop on what I think is a great series of stops from Fort Chronkite to the north all the way south to Pescadero. Cool and windy often sometimes with loud yellow tourist go carts, this is a great place to come whenever it is NOT a sunny warm beach day.