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Marin Headlands

Conzelman Road, Marin County, California

Description

The Marin Headlands is a peninsula at the southern end of Marin County, across the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco's Presidio. It is technically part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and still retains historic military fortifications, bunkers and batteries built to prevent ships from entering San Francisco Bay. The highlights are the hiking trails, views over the Golden Gate Bridge (probably the best there is) and Hawk Hill, a lookout point for observing raptors such as hawks, kites, falcons and eagles.

Access & Transport

Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge on the 101 taking exit 442 from San Francisco. Bus 130 stops at the expressway exit but doesn't go to the entrance of the park.

Instructions & Recommendations

We suggest combining this activity with a visit of the town of Sausalito or some hiking in the adjacent Muir Woods.

Meta review

Unanimously excellent online comments highlighting the gorgeous scenery and excellent views over the bay and bridge. Plenty of positive feedback on the hiking there as well with a tip to bring a windbreaker as it can be cool and windy. One drawback, and this is generic to SF: do not leave valuable in plain view in your car as break-ins do occur.

Environmental & Social

Eco-friendly activity. Socially neutral

Conclusion

The perfect antidote to the hustle of the city is waiting for you just across the GG bridge with fantastic view of this landmark and very scenic hikes. Continue on with lunch or dinner in Sausalito or more outdoor time in the nearby Muir Woods. Highly recommended for those who want to explore what the Bay area has to offer.

Key positive

Great spot for a coastal hike

Short drive from San Francisco

Best views over Golden Gate Bridge

Key negative

None

Suitability

Visitors with reduced mobility can enjoy some of the views but not the trails

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in July 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 45m

est. visit time:2h

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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