{"id":"nps-fopo","slug":"fort-point-national-historic-site","name":"Fort Point National Historic Site","designation":"National Historic Site","category":"historic-site","categoryLabel":"Historic Site and Historical Park","agency":{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov"},"managedBy":[{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov","unitCode":"FOPO","designation":"National Historic Site","sourceId":"nps-fopo"}],"states":["CA"],"stateNames":["California"],"location":{"lat":37.80837439,"lon":-122.473747},"bbox":[-122.4776,37.8071,-122.4708,37.8106],"acres":{"value":14,"kind":"gis-estimate","source":"Computed from the simplified boundary","note":"Approximate. The managing agency publishes official acreage."},"firstProtected":null,"established":null,"administrations":[],"designationHistory":[],"summary":"From its vantage point overlooking the spectacular Golden Gate, Fort Point defended the San Francisco Bay following California's Gold Rush through World War II. Its beautifully arched casemates display the art of 3rd system brick masonry and interacts gracefully with the Golden Gate Bridge.","summarySource":"National Park Service","guide":{},"trConnection":null,"trConnections":[],"trTypes":[],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/fopo/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":"https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=37.8106&b_tl_lng=-122.4776&b_br_lat=37.8071&b_br_lng=-122.4708","recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Fort%20Point%20National%20Historic%20Site","directions":"http://www.nps.gov/fopo/planyourvisit/directions.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C800CC0-1DD8-B71B-0B80D91C47D8ACE5.jpg","title":"Fort Point from Marine Drive","alt":"Fort Point with visitors approaching on road in front and Golden Gate Bridge above.","caption":"Fort Point offers stunning views from under the south end of the Golden Gate Bridge.","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C801171-1DD8-B71B-0BE6AFF91B05532B.jpg","title":"Fort Point Sunset View","alt":"Golden sunset light on the roof of Fort Point with Golden Gate Bridge and bay behind.","caption":"Visitors can enjoy winter sunsets from the top of Fort Point.","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C80132D-1DD8-B71B-0BAE3D20C07909AD.jpg","title":"Brick Casemates","alt":"Arched red brick casemates extend into the distance at Fort Point.","caption":"Fort Point is known for its masterful masonry work.","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C801528-1DD8-B71B-0B869B86127D73A4.jpg","title":"Civil War Days at Fort Point","alt":"A cannon stands in front of Civil War re-enactors talking to the public.","caption":"Visitors can interact with Civil War re-enactors twice in January and August at the Fort.","credit":"NPS Photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C8017DE-1DD8-B71B-0B1115FD23682551.jpg","title":"Fort Point Lighthouse","alt":"View of Fort Point lighthouse through red brick arches","caption":"Fort Point has a historic lighthouse mounted on its top.","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"}],"activities":["Arts and Culture","Theater","Fishing","Living History","Historic Weapons Demonstration","Park Film","Museum Exhibits"],"topics":["Architecture and Building","African American Heritage","Forts","Maritime","Coastal Defenses","Maritime - Military","Lighthouses","Ships and Shipwrecks","Military","Artillery","US Army","Wars and Conflicts","Civil War","World War II","Scenic Views"],"fees":[],"passes":[],"hours":[{"name":"Fort Point National Historic Site","description":"The days in which Fort Point is open varies throughout the year. Fall through Spring the fort is generally open Friday through Sunday. During the summer season the fort is open 5 days a week most years. The timing of the shift in days is not consistent from year to year but generally occurs in October and May. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Visit our web site for current open days.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"10:00AM - 5:00PM","thursday":"10:00AM - 5:00PM","sunday":"10:00AM - 5:00PM","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"10:00AM - 5:00PM","saturday":"10:00AM - 5:00PM"},"exceptions":[{"name":"Thanksgiving","start":"2026-11-26","end":"2026-11-26","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}},{"name":"Christmas Day","start":"2026-12-25","end":"2026-12-25","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}},{"name":"New Year's Day","start":"2027-01-01","end":"2027-01-01","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}}]}],"directions":"Fort Point is located at the south anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge at the end of Marine Drive on the Presidio of San Francisco. By car take Highway 101 N or S, exit at the Golden Gate Bridge toll plaza at south end of bridge. From S turn right at end of exit ramp, or from N go straight on Merchant Drive. Turn left onto Lincoln Boulevard. Take a left onto Long Avenue and follow onto Marine Drive.","weatherInfo":"Fort Point is typically cold and windy throughout the year. Fog is especially common in the summer months. Come prepared with layers and windbreakers for maximum comfort.","contacts":{"phone":"415-561-4323","email":"goga_fopo_socialmedia@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Fort Point National Historic Site","description":"Rangers at Fort Point provide information, tours and demonstrations. A small Sutler's Store in the fort offers park passport stamps and some merchandise related to Civil War and local history.","url":"http://www.nps.gov/fopo/index.htm","lat":37.810386,"lon":-122.476978}],"campgrounds":[],"thingsToDo":[],"nearby":[{"slug":"presidio-of-san-francisco","km":1},{"slug":"san-francisco-maritime-national-historical-park","km":4},{"slug":"alcatraz-island","km":5},{"slug":"golden-gate-national-recreation-area","km":13},{"slug":"muir-woods-national-monument","km":14},{"slug":"rosie-the-riveter-wwii-home-front-national-historical-park","km":15}],"hasBoundary":true,"boundarySource":{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division","url":"https://irma.nps.gov/DataStore/Reference/Profile/2224545"},"sources":[{"name":"NPS Data API","url":"https://developer.nps.gov/api/v1/parks?parkCode=fopo"},{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division boundaries","url":"https://services1.arcgis.com/fBc8EJBxQRMcHlei/arcgis/rest/services/NPS_Land_Resources_Division_Boundary_and_Tract_Data_Service/FeatureServer/2"}],"editorialStatus":"draft","synced":"2026-11-09T02:12:45.612Z","alerts":[{"source":"NPS","kind":"Caution","title":"Beach Hazards In Effect November 5-9","text":"Thursday, November 5, 5:00 AM PST to Monday, November 9, 10:00 PM PST Increased risk for sneaker waves and strong rip currents with breaking waves of 12 to 16 ft expected. Waves can sweep across the shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from beaches, jetties, and rocks. Stay off jetties, rocks, and remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf and NEVER turn your back on the ocean. See link below for more beach safety info.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/beach-safety-practices.htm","updated":"2026-11-05 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-BCB1ABBF-4FA2-4334-916D-4D206017C113"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Caution","title":"Auto-Theft Warning - Only Bring What You Need to the Park","text":"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 wallets, purses, backpacks, keys, key fobs, cell phones, and electronics with you. Read article for more details.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/larceny-from-autos-at-ggnra.htm","updated":"2026-08-24 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-B7A06513-5CF2-4CC8-9091-3B80E52C2D0B"},{"source":"NWS","kind":"Beach Hazards Statement","severity":"Moderate","title":"Beach Hazards Statement issued November 8 at 12:05PM PST until November 9 at 10:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA","text":"* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.6 ft of\ninundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas\nnear shorelines and tidal waterways. 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