Last updated: November 3, 2023
Thing to Do
Bike the Golden Gate Bridge
Kirke Wrench
Biking the Golden Gate Bridge is a wonderful way to get up-close and personal with one of the world's most iconic landmarks.
Bring your own bike or rent one at a local bike rental shop. There are no bike rentals at the Golden Gate Bridge. The closest location to rent bikes is at the Sports Basement located in Crissy Field.
Reach the Bridge from the south by following the Golden Gate Promenade in the Presidio. This 1.7 miles (one-way) moderate bike trail has a dedicated bike path along Crissy Field and towards the Golden Gate Bridge Plaza. You can also take public tranist or the Presidio Go shuttle directly to the Golden Gate Bridge Plaza and start from there. Once you cross the bridge, you can return across the bridge again to the return to the Presidio, or continue onto Sausalito or the Marin Headlands. From Sausalito, catch the Golden Gate ferry and return to the San Francisco at the Ferry Building.
Bring layers, although this can be a strenuous activity, the weather can change suddenly and become windy, cold and foggy.
Detailed map of bike routes within the Presidio.
Bring your own bike or rent one at a local bike rental shop. There are no bike rentals at the Golden Gate Bridge. The closest location to rent bikes is at the Sports Basement located in Crissy Field.
Reach the Bridge from the south by following the Golden Gate Promenade in the Presidio. This 1.7 miles (one-way) moderate bike trail has a dedicated bike path along Crissy Field and towards the Golden Gate Bridge Plaza. You can also take public tranist or the Presidio Go shuttle directly to the Golden Gate Bridge Plaza and start from there. Once you cross the bridge, you can return across the bridge again to the return to the Presidio, or continue onto Sausalito or the Marin Headlands. From Sausalito, catch the Golden Gate ferry and return to the San Francisco at the Ferry Building.
Bring layers, although this can be a strenuous activity, the weather can change suddenly and become windy, cold and foggy.
Detailed map of bike routes within the Presidio.
Details
Duration
1-4 Hours
The duration of the activity depends on your starting point. If you start at the welcome center and ride across and return, it should roughly take about 1 hour. If you decide to go beyond the bridge north or return and ride along Crissy Field, this activity could extend to most of the day!
Activity
Biking
Ride 1.7 miles across the Golden Gate Bridge and beyond.
Pets Allowed
Yes
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Golden Gate Bridge Plaza
The Golden Gate Bridge Pavillion Welcome Center at teh Golden Gate Bridge. There are restrooms, a visitor center and interpretive exhibits.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Riding across can be done any time of the year.
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Although this is generally a daytime activity, crossing the bridge can be done at any time, with restrictions. During certain times, bicycles are restricted to a specrfic east or west sidewalk.
Please visit the Golden Gate Bridge Transit page to read more about any restrictions
Please visit the Golden Gate Bridge Transit page to read more about any restrictions
Accessibility Information
The bike path to the Golden Gate Bridge has a dedicated bike path. The path is paved at the bridge and between the bridge and Crissy Field. At Crissy Field, the path is firm, packed gravel. On the bridge, the path is a mixed use path, with pedestrians and bicyclists. Please be aware of your surroundings and mindful of pedestrians on shared paths.
There are accessible restrooms at the Golden Gate Bridge plaza, Fort Point National Historic Site, West Bluff picnic area, and at East Beach in Crissy Field.
There are accessible restrooms at the Golden Gate Bridge plaza, Fort Point National Historic Site, West Bluff picnic area, and at East Beach in Crissy Field.