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

Dylan K. • November 5, 2014Largest man-made park in the world! Really cool paths in the woods (especially the unpaved ones). Many interesting sights to see and never boring, no matter how many times you've been!

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

Jason S. • March 2, 2014Wonderful grove. Very peaceful. The engraved names and the still landscape adds to the importance of this place. Community volunteering on 3rd Sat from March to October

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

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

riley s. • November 11, 2015beautiful, well-maintained garden with tons of variety! the redwood grove was amazing. I saw a ton of plants and flowers here that I'd never seen before.

Christina M D. • September 26, 2011Beautiful place. Flowers and plants are just amazing. Walk through the various greenhouses is quite an experience. Current exhibit it Wicked Plants, very well done and lots of interesting information.

Eliza • October 7, 2012Appears to be free admission for the tower (unlike the rest of the museum) if you walk with confidence to the elevators... Incredible, panoramic views of the city on clear days.

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.

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.

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

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

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!

Scott H. • June 14, 2018Lots of grass, a great place to smoke grass. Named after the greatest comedian and actor to come out of the city.

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

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

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

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

Robin A. • October 17, 2018Come early as it gets crowded by 10am. Def check out the cafe, tea and food is amazing.

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

Sandrastica • September 1, 2014The surroundings look a bit left out but it's worth a visit.

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

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

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.

Alaa M. • March 20, 2013If u like to be surounded with beautiful nature, u must visit then