San Francisco Bay, California
Location
The southern peninsula (which points northwards) has the city of San Francisco at its northern tip.
The northern peninsula (which points southwards) is called the Marin Peninsula or Marin County and has Muir Woods National Monument and Mount Tamalpais situated near its southern tip, both of which are well worth a visit.
The island of Alcatraz lies in San Francisco Bay, and forms part of the Golden Gate Recreational Area.
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Marin County and the Marin Peninsula
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Places & useful connections
Before you set out
Confirm current access, opening arrangements, reservations and the suitability of your planned roads and walks. Photographs may show earlier conditions.