Experience a park so rich it supports 19 distinct ecosystems with over 2,000 plant and animal species. Go for a hike, enjoy a vista, have a picnic or learn about the centuries of overlapping history from California’s indigenous cultures, Spanish colonialism, the Mexican Republic, US military expansion and the growth of San Francisco. All of this and more awaits you, so get out and find your park.
Golden Gate National Recreation Area was established on October 27, 1972
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At Golden Gate visitors can engage in a history and culture as varied and diverse as they are.
A highly diverse complex of terrestrial, coastal, and marine environments.
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Last updated: January 8, 2023
