Discovering Golden Gate Park: A Local's Guide

The essential guide to exploring every corner of San Francisco's iconic Golden Gate Park

Discovering Golden Gate Park includes:

The ins-and-outs of getting to and around the park, including accessibility

Information about museums, attractions, sports, activities, music, and more

Eleven information-packed walks and hikes, including hidden gems

Birding and tree ID tips

Surprising stories about the park's creation

Field-tested advice for parents of young kids

The best views and places for solitude

Golden Gate Park is one of the largest and most spectacular urban parks in the world. With 1,017 acres and more than 150 years of history, the park has many sides, stories, and secrets, plus world-class destinations and experiences you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're visiting for the first time or know it well, this guide will help you discover more than you ever expected.

Author: Marta Lindsey
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
Published: 03/02/2026
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.7lbs
Size: 6.90h x 5.00w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9781680517347