Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

Vivian W. • October 3, 2016So much to explore in here! Best on a sunny day to just walk aimlessly

Raj S. • May 26, 2013Plenty of parking on JFK. Perfect for lounging around. Lots of people barbecuing, having parties and hanging out.

WhiskeyAvenger • June 26, 2018There are spots to sit while overlooking the waterfall. Very relaxing.

Brian B. • April 26, 2010I recommend the path along the south edge of the grove, next to the fence for the nursery. It's quiet and beautiful.

WhiskeyAvenger • July 8, 2018Come here during Flower Piano and bring your favorite libations. Sipping whiskey from a flask while listening to beautifully played piano is wonderful.

Sharon • July 28, 2009Climb up Strawberry Hill and relax among the man-made waterfalls and the grassy clearings. Admire the view of SF.

Irene M. • April 30, 2015A beautiful paradise, well worth the price of admission. Wonderful way to spend an afternoon.

Jess F. • January 28, 2016One of the best secret views of San Francisco from above.

Jonathan M. • August 22, 2015The flowers are really nice. Nice date spot

Jennifer R. • September 3, 2014Take a slow stroll, read the names of all the different flowers, and enjoy life.

Beata M. • January 29, 2013Wonderful views of San Francisco from the top of the hill

Aaron L. • April 27, 2013Grab a blanket and a bottle of wine and walk 10 steps to an open meadow. Pretty perfect.

Brian S. • January 7, 2018My kids love this place. It has everything in their opinion. Concrete and standard slides. Great climbing structures. Carousel. Huge meadow for frisbees and rocket launches.

Jinnie L. • November 2, 2014has a large grassy area that people can picinic (good place to enjoy lunch) n play some ball games :) lovely place!

Brian S. • January 7, 2018Used to come out here and launch model rockets with Pops! I’m sure a couple are still lodged in the surrounding trees. Endless greenery. Weekend drum circles always playing that same “song”.

Jacob F. • April 19, 2018By night: just soul-tearingly ghastly. Highly recommended.

Bennett W W. • June 14, 2016This is an excellent outdoor area to enjoy lunch, take a stroll or sit together and chat.

Jennifer W. • September 2, 2013Large playground with large climbing structures, cement slide (bring a cardboard box) and sand play areas. Open space with a carousel and food stand and some shady area on the perimeter. Kids love it!

Brian B. • April 24, 2010Great off-leash dog place. Also good for kite flying.

Amy L. • August 1, 2014This place is so lovely, and so peaceful! I absolutely love it here.

Ahmet D. • November 12, 2016A little oasis hidden in a beautiful park

Amy B. • February 28, 2015Easy parking. Plenty of room to picnic.

WhiskeyAvenger • July 4, 2018Beautiful location. It is easily the most lovely fountain/pool in Golden Gate Park.

Scott H. • December 4, 2012Closed to team sports during the winter months and filled with disc golf types year-round.

WhiskeyAvenger • June 27, 2018My favorite spot in the Botanical Garden. It is beautiful and tranquil. It makes for a great place to quietly reflect.

Cristina • October 26, 2016Beautiful flowers and ambiance

Jess M. • April 27, 2016Love his work. Go on a blue sky day for the best experience. Great extra when you're visiting de Young.

Jessica S. • June 12, 2011accessible, warm, green, windmill