San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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Where Your Imagination Can Travel to the 19th Century

Stand on the stern of Balclutha, face west to feel the fresh wind blowing in from the Pacific Ocean. Located in the Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park offers the sights, sounds, smells and stories of Pacific Coast maritime history.

The Historic Ships

Discover the collection of historic vessels at San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park!

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Sea Music Concert Series

Experience the driving rhythms of chanteys and the beauty of seafaring ballads from the wooden decks of the 1886 square-rigged sailing ship Balclutha this September, October, and November.

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The colorful front page of the park newspaper called The Maritime News.

What's happening this fall at the park?

Read the park newspaper, The Maritime News, and find out about events, programs, tours, music, lectures, and much more happening this fall.

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The scow schooner ALMA with all three of her white sails hoisted.

Go Sailing On San Francisco Bay

Sail San Francisco Bay aboard the 1891 National Landmark scow schooner Alma!

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Write to

San Francisco Maritime NHP
Fort Mason Center, Building E
San Francisco, CA 94123

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Phone

Visitor Information
(415) 447-5000

Administration
(415) 561-7000

Fax

(415) 556-1624

Climate

San Francisco is located in a Mediterranean climate. The rainy season usually lasts from November to March. Rainfall is unlikely from April through October. The warmest months are usually September and October and the famous San Francisco fog begins rolling in through the Golden Gate in the spring and can persist throughout the summer months. The average annual temperature is 62.5F (16.9C). The Bay Area is known for its microclimates, which can change dramatically from neighborhood to neighborhood.
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