What Makes GGNRA Special?

Golden Gate National Recreation Area is special to many people in many different ways. The park's natural resources and cultural history are truly exceptional and have led to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designating it as a Biosphere Reserve, and The International Coalition of Sites of Conscience to recognize it as an International Site of Conscience.

 

UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

With over 80,000 acres, spanning Sonoma, Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo counties, the Golden Gate Biosphere represents a highly diverse complex of terrestrial, coastal, and marine environments. Since its incorporation in 1988 by UNESCO, a network of federal, and local governmental entities, non-profits, universities, and public partners have worked together to promote collaboration in scientific research, education, conservation, and sustainable development within GGNRA.

For more informtion visit Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary
Download the Golden Gate Biosphere Fact Sheet
Download the Golden Gate Biosphere Zonation Map

 

What Makes Us a Biosphere Reserve

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  Threats To Butterflies

  Endangered Butterflies

  At least 44 species of butterflies occur in the Golden Gate Biosphere.

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  Protecting Our Feathered Friends

  Endangered Birds

  GGNRA has one of the most diverse bird populations of any urban park in the world.

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  The Presidio

  Rare and Endangered Plants

  Twelve plants are designated as rare, threatened or endangered...

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  Environmental Factors

  Restoration & Management

  Learn more about park restoration and monitoring projects.

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  Muir Woods

  Muir Woods & Redwood Creek Watershed

  Learn more about planning in Muir Woods & Redwood Creek Watershed.

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  Muir Beach

  Hands Abound to Help Coho Salmon

  Nearly 100 staff and volunteers delivered Coho salmon to Redwood Creek.