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Explore centuries of architecture. Reflect in a national cemetery. Walk along an historic airfield, through forests or to beaches, and admire spectacular vistas.","summarySource":"National Park Service","guide":{},"trConnection":null,"trConnections":[],"trTypes":[],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/prsf/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":null,"recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Presidio%20of%20San%20Francisco","directions":"http://www.parksconservancy.org/visit/trip-planner.html?to=Presidio%20of%20San%20Francisco:312644314?referrer=http://www.nps.gov/prsf/planyourvisit/directions.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C80243D-1DD8-B71B-0B485E9DA8C86784.jpg","title":"San Francisco National Cemetery","alt":"Rows of grave markers in the green grass of the cemetery as light shafts through misty trees.","caption":"San Francisco National Cemetery in the Presidio offers a place to contemplate service to your country.","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C8025D8-1DD8-B71B-0B4C0004016E35B3.jpg","title":"Coastal Bluffs","alt":"Rocky bluffs above the blue ocean covered with yellow flowers in the foreground and and trees.","caption":"The coastal bluffs of the Presidio still retain a wild feeling within the city.","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C80273E-1DD8-B71B-0B3C8BD5E8B9C2D4.jpg","title":"Montgomery Street Barracks","alt":"A long row of red brick barracks with green lawns in front extends into the distance.","caption":"The brick barracks on Montgomery Street showcase military architecture from the late 1800s.","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C8028BD-1DD8-B71B-0B2B29B946E009A3.jpg","title":"Historic Forest","alt":"Scattered Monterey Cypress trunks with green grass and fern cover at their bases.","caption":"The planted historic forests offer tranquil places to walk.","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C802A44-1DD8-B71B-0B3D53CAF57596FE.jpg","title":"Wind Surfers at Crissy Field","alt":"A kite boarder with yellow kite on beach with wind surfers behind on the blue bay.","caption":"On windy days, Crissy Field is a popular wind surfing and Kite boarding location.","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C802BBD-1DD8-B71B-0BEC1D7B0F0F9B60.jpg","title":"Crissy Field","alt":"White building with red roofs on Crissy Field with blue bay and orange bridge with fog behind.","caption":"Crissy Field is a popular spot to wak and run while viewing the bay and changing fog conditions.l","credit":"NPS photo/Will Elder","source":"NPS"}],"activities":["Arts and Culture","Biking","Golf","Guided Tours","Self-Guided Tours - Walking","Hiking","Front-Country Hiking","Wildlife Watching","Birdwatching","Museum Exhibits"],"topics":["Architecture and Building","African American Heritage","Archeology","Aviation","Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite","National Cemetery","Explorers and Expeditions","Forts","Incarceration","Japanese-American Internment","Maritime","Coastal Defenses","Military","Infantry and Militia","Artillery","Cavalry","US Army","US Coast Guard","US Air Force (Army Air Corps)","Indigenous and Native Warrior","Wars and Conflicts","Colonial/European Contact Conflicts","Mexican War","Indian and Frontier Wars","Civil War","Spanish-American War","World War II","Vietnam War","Cold War","Dunes","Geology","Grasslands","Prairies","Thickets and Shrublands","Unique Species","Rare","Endangered","Wetlands"],"fees":[],"passes":[],"hours":[{"name":"Presidio of San Francisco","description":"The Presidio is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]}],"directions":"The Presidio lies at the north end of San Francisco at the south end of the Golden Gate Bridge. It can be reached from the north by crossing the Golden Gate Bridge and taking the first exit from Highways 1 and 101; from the east by way of Lombard Street (Highway 101); and from the south via Highway 1 and exiting just before the bridge.","weatherInfo":"The weather at the Presidio is typically cool and quite variable from location to location. The summer is often foggy and cool, so a light coat or sweater is appropriate year-round.","contacts":{"phone":"415-561-4323","email":"goga_pres_socialmedia@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"William Penn Mott Jr. Presidio Visitor Center","description":"The visitor center is the go to place to find out what is happening and what there is to do in the Presidio. Discover the Presidio through a large relief map, inspiring video, engaging exhibitions on history and nature, interactive tools, and knowledgeable staff that can help you uncover the incredible array of experiences possible here.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/prsf/planyourvisit/presidio-visitor-center.htm","lat":37.801941,"lon":-122.45685}],"campgrounds":[],"thingsToDo":[],"nearby":[{"slug":"fort-point-national-historic-site","km":1},{"slug":"san-francisco-maritime-national-historical-park","km":4},{"slug":"alcatraz-island","km":5},{"slug":"golden-gate-national-recreation-area","km":14},{"slug":"muir-woods-national-monument","km":15},{"slug":"rosie-the-riveter-wwii-home-front-national-historical-park","km":16}],"hasBoundary":false,"boundarySource":null,"sources":[{"name":"NPS Data API","url":"https://developer.nps.gov/api/v1/parks?parkCode=prsf"}],"editorialStatus":"draft","synced":"2026-11-09T02:12:45.621Z","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-8A1F9B2A-17EC-4824-80D7-DFE1616DC4FA"},{"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-FDC95683-8853-4829-8A84-6E7E886B1C7A"},{"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. For the Beach Hazards\nStatement, an increased risk for sneaker waves and strong rip\ncurrents with breaking waves of 12 to 16 ft expected.\n\n* WHERE...San Francisco.\n\n* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM PST Friday.\nFor the Beach Hazards Statement, until Monday evening.\n\n* IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying\ninfrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion.\nRising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach\nthan normal, restricting escape from beaches and coastal\nareas. 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