NEAR SAN FRANCISCO

7 national parks & monuments

If you live in San Francisco you're within driving distance of many national parks, monuments & museums. Check out our list and get ready to hit the road.

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ALCATRAZ ISLAND

DISTANCE FROM SF: 15-minute ferry ride
The Rock's rich history as a federal prison brings locals and visitors alike to this bucket-list attraction.

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THE PRESIDIO

DISTANCE FROM SF: 20 minutes
SF's very own national park offers nearly 50 miles of hiking trails through lush eucalyptus groves & historic military batteries.

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JOHN WYLIE

MUIR WOODS NATIONAL MONUMENT

DISTANCE FROM SF: 40 minutes
It may be one of the top tourist attractions for people visiting San Francisco, but we love Muir Woods for its peaceful beauty.

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CONRAD J CAMIT

POINT REYES
NATIONAL SEASHORE

DISTANCE FROM SF: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Point Reyes is a favorite weekend spot for San Franciscans & there is no shortage of ways to spend the afternoon.

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PINNACLES NATIONAL
PARK

DISTANCE FROM SF: 2 hours
Formed from volcanoes 23 million years ago, Pinnacles offers a unique landscape of caves, rock spires, canyons & oak woodlands.

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YOSEMITE NATIONAL
PARK

DISTANCE FROM SF: 3.5 hours
With the most incredible views at every turn, it's easy to see why Yosemite ranks as one of the most famous parks in the country.

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KINGS CANYON
NATIONAL PARK

DISTANCE FROM SF: 4 hours
Named for the deepest canyon in North America (deeper than the Grand Canyon!), this park is known for its diverse landscape.

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