The Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square

The Embarcadero, which traces San Francisco's eastern shoreline, memorably demonstrates the good that can come from a natural disaster. After the 1989 earthquake, the old freeway was torn down, replaced by a breezy, beautiful promenade. Now you can stroll along the waterfront, past redeveloped piers, all the way to Fisherman's Wharf. Accessibility: There are designated accessible spaces in the paved parking garage off of The Embarcadero at the southeast end of the trail. All of them are...

Popular urban trails with a bit of forest scenery. Many people have noted that Ecology Trail is not as well marked as the Lover's Lane Loop, which is paved.

This charming trail offers seclusion, natural wonders, and historic and cultural variety of the Presidio. Stunning views can be found on this trip through forests grasslands, and along coastal bluffs. While the loop can be started in many different spots, this route begins at the parking lot on Pacific Avenue and heads east along the Mountain Lake Trail. You'll soon take a left at Lovers Lane and follow the winding path through the towering eucalyptus trees. The western section of the trip...

The Baker Beach Coast Trail meanders amongst the bluffs above Baker Beach, and has a stunning view of the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Marin Headlands. Start from the Fort Point National Historical Site. The East and West Gun Batteries were built in 1873 and stocked with cannons for coastal defense. Users have reported that a portion of Baker Beach is a nude beach.

Experience the wild western shoreline on the Batteries to Bluffs Trail. This rugged route takes visitors along the cliffs bordering the Pacific Ocean, allowing hikers to explore historic gun batteries, seeps and springs, coastal plants and wildlife, and stunning views. This short trail provides a great way to see the bluffs near the Presidio and offers views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin that are hard to beat. The trail has several places with steps and some climbing if you decide to...