Did not know this park had such an amazing view of ocean beach! you're up high so you can see a…read morelot. gorgeous at night too with the evening street lights and sometimes bonfires esp in the summertime when you're allowed to host bonfires. there are some picnic tables so you can sit down and enjoy some food. be cautious, it is windy though since youre near the ocean so your plates or table cloth may be blowing away. easy parking on the street and there are some lots

What a beautiful park. There was no parking at the visitors center so we parked near the houses up…read morethe street. Parking on the street where we parked is 2 hours, which is enough time to take the loop and going to Lands End Lookout. The trails are well maintained. At the upper parking lot you can find a port-o-potty for those that really need to go. Thus, there are two onsite lots, we didn't see the upper lot, so there might have been parking there, but street parking worked out for us this time. There are indoor facilities at the visitor's center. Around 6 stalls, but there still is a line. We went on Sunday and it was a beautiful day, prefect for jeans and a t-shirt. There wasn't a cloud in the sky and no fog so the view was incredible. We could see the golden gate bridge clearly. We hiked to around to the look out, it was actually a leisurely walk, which is just my pace. I'm not a hiker. I didn't see any water fountains on the trail or garbage cans. even without those two things the trails were kept clean, no trash laying around and many people were carrying their own water bottles or other types of drinks. I'd like to go back and take the trail to the Legion of Honor. It's .6 miles so a little bit of a hike, but so worth it. It's beautiful over there too. I might have to find a 4 hour parking spot so I can really take my time, but if I'm quick we can make it in the 2 hour limit, but I'd rather not take my chances.

The cherry blossom trees at Hellman Hollows are starting to bloom. When the wind blows, the pedals…read morefall like snow.

Golden Gate Park has tons of these meadows good for a festival. Hellman Hollow is just one. It has…read morea pretty good location in the middle of the park. A lot of open area. There's always crowd but it doesn't seem to get too crowded though. Always seems to be something going on here. It's got like 12 acres of open space. There's often concerts and those kinds of things. Other times people are out here playing with their dogs. This is also considered a picnic area, and it's a nice place to have one. Convenient location to get to from. It's located pretty close to the Polo Field and some other things in the park. This is a good place to have a party or just chill and whatever.

According to Presidio's map it's 1.5 miles but that also includes the Ecology trail, El Polin…read moreSpring and starting at Crissy Field Beach. By itself it's much shorter. Tennessee Hollow is a path along a watershed and it's better in the winter when there is water in the creek. There's a parking lot off Presidio Blvd that faces the trail. Parking $2.50 per hour. This is nice place to sit in the car with lunch while looking at open space. The main part of the specific Tennessee Hollow is the path between Presidio and Lincoln then cross the street between Lincoln and Gorgas. There are a lot of birds, plants, and flowers in the watershed. I'd recommend going to the Tunnel Tops park afterwards.

** The following review reflects my experience DURING the COVID-19 pandemic. **…read more I don't know what a 'hollow' is, but then again, I don't understand what a lot of things mean. I'm assuming Tennessee Hollow refers to the valley that this trail follows in the Presidio. Otherwise it's my brain that must be hollow because I have no explanation for the Tennessee part of the name. All I know is that it's a two-mile route that I walked north to south and back again. I started at the Crissy Field Marsh on the Golden Gate Promenade. That's where I crossed a couple of footbridges through the newly excavated Quartermaster Reach Marsh (photo: https://bit.ly/3cyrZ51). There wasn't much to see here yet except the underpass of the Presidio Parkway. I eventually made it to Lovers' Lane Bridge which didn't strike me as a spot for a romantic tryst (photo: https://bit.ly/3eIdnmr). I walked along the residential MacArthur Avenue until I found myself at the legendary El Polin Spring. Lots of kids were frolicking around the stone wells (photo: https://bit.ly/2PYDGdH). I climbed up to the Ecology Trail passing by a redwood grove (photo: https://bit.ly/38EjX9Y) and made my way back by taking a detour through the Main Post. It was a pleasant walk, quite scenic in parts though heavy on pavement for some stretches, but a good way to get acquainted with this hollow...or maybe it's a watershed. It doesn't matter because I don't know what 'watershed' means either. RELATED - Up for a hike? Here's a collection of trails I've walked and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2OrC8nUl

A playground, sanctuary, skate park, historical place, artists' canvas, fortress, meditation place,…read moreescape, hidden gem, nature trail, haunted place and whatever you want it to be. Fort Miley is located between Lands End and the VA Medical Center on Point Lobos covering 54 acres on prime real estate that the federal government purchased for $75,000 in 1891. That's equivalent to approximately $1.9 million dollars in today's rate. It sat empty for several years until the U.S. Army started the fortification beginning in 1899 and completed in 1902. Over the years, they added garrisons, barracks and other improvements as it was the first line of defense for the city. However, they also built on top of a huge cemetery, which they promised to move and relocate. Additional construction for the Palace of the Legion of Honor in 1993 determined that this was not the case as the digging led to discoveries of bodies and coffins underground. This means that only the headstones were removed while the bodies remained in place. I'm not the least bit surprised since how many times has the government lied to the general public. But how morbid is that? One could easily get lost here as there are many places to explore or if you're hiking Lands End and make this a part of your trail for additional challenge. I don't mean lost as in can't find your way back, but lost as in one can easily wander and get carried away. That's what happened to me the first time I was here as I spent hours exploring and studying the history of this place. Local teens also use the area as their skate park and I can't fault 'em since they're using the space to their advantage. There are numerous graffiti on the walls, and some of 'em are very impressive and artistic. One can learn to appreciate this form of artwork while others may disagree. But beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Don't be surprised if you encounter a homeless encampment here or even actual homeless people. If you go deeper in the woods, just keep that in mind. Also, if your bike is stolen, there's a chance it may turn up here. Just take extra precautions should you decide to check it out. According to historical records, this vantage point used to have a clear view of the Pacific Ocean and all around the bay. Now, most are covered with tall trees, but I am fine with that. The same trees provide a canopy and shelter from the hustle and bustle of the city that one can find relaxing. I can easily seat on the bench while meditating to get rid of stress and forget one's worries. There is a clear patch of land on the west side with a lone picnic table overlooking Ocean Beach. I've seen some people flying their drones here, but I just gaze at the amazing view since you can see as far as Pacifica from here. This could also be a great photo-op for weddings or any celebrations that may come to mind. Fort Miley is named after Lieutenant Colonel John D. Miley, who passed away in Manila, Philippines in 1899 at the young age of 37. That's like some six degrees of Kevin Bacon, right there.

Just visited today; great to see a memorial for the late LTC John Miley, U.S. volunteers, who died…read morethe previous year in Manila, Phillipines. This memorial was designated 1900. There are views of the Golden Gate Bridge too. 1. The historical significance is tops. 2. The hiking trail, views galore. 3. Easy to find. Parking: Ez. Tip: bring water, camera and a fine lunch.

"We opened the gates to all the world and said, 'Let all men who want to be free come to us and…read morethey will be welcome." Those are the words from President Woodrow Wilson carved on the stone overlook. Show this to some narrow-minded people as a reminder. Located on the northwest side of the Presidio, Immigrant Point Overlook is named in honor of the immigrants who made the journey through the Golden Gate as their new home. Just imagine yourself on this spot of Yerba Buena as you saw ships sailing into this land. It has sweeping views of the Marine Headlands, Point Bonita, Mt. Tamalpais and even Pt. Reyes on a clear and glorious day. If you're hiking and biking around The Presidio, it's a great place to stop, rest and obviously enjoy the view. There's some picnic tables across the overlook to eat your lunch and relax before you continue on your journey. If you're driving, it's worth a stop and you might spot some whales and even dolphins swimming in the Pacific Ocean if you're lucky. The Presidio is filled with so many gems and nuggets, and this is certainly one of them. It's worth a stop and visit. You can take out-of-towners here and call it 'Undiscovered San Francisco' as it's certainly not a known tourist path and it's off the beaten path. But I like taking paths that are less traveled. This is also a good starting to take another path down towards Batteries to Bluffs Trail. Ah, but that's another adventure waiting to be written. #YelpChallenge2020 review No. 26

While some ex-Presidents build walls to feed their egos, other ex-Presidents welcome immigrants…read morewith open arms: "We opened the gates to all the world and said "Let all men who want to be free come to us and they will be welcome." What a difference a century and the advent of reality TV makes. That quote from Woodrow Wilson is carved into the stone of the overlook wall. I got there by climbing the connector trail up from the Battery to Bluffs Trail. Arriving at the outlook, I felt like I was on a balcony awaiting the Pacific to make a curtain call. It's more inspirational than Inspirational Point. RELATED - Exploring the Presidio? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3ALAAfr

Beautiful well-maintained trail with views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge. We usually park at…read moreBlackie's Pasture & walk from there, but today we were coming from the Belvedere Tiburon library so decided to park on San Rafael Ave & take a quick scenic stroll. We liked looking at the waterfront homes along San Rafael Ave and then the more familiar main path with other pedestrians walking their dogs & families riding their bikes. Lovely way to get fresh air and exercise!

Tiburon and Belvedere are such exclusive, only-in-Marin bedroom communities, they just don't seem…read moreall that welcoming to the other 98% of us. We're all shuffled off to Angel Island or Sam's Anchor Cafe to congregate away from the downward eye-line of the wealthy locals. The one exception is this 2.6-mile trail which really isn't a trail. It's more like a paved promenade that won't make you break out in a sweat unless it's a hot summer day where you're fully exposed. It starts at Blackie's Pasture where surprisingly, there's free parking. The walkway winds along the picturesque shoreline of Richardson Bay to downtown Tiburon offering gorgeous views throughout. Nothing to complain about except the occasional spatially indifferent cyclist who thinks that grazing innocent pedestrians is sport. There's a worthwhile detour onto San Rafael Avenue that will get you up close and impersonal with Belvedere's exclusive waterfront real estate. The walk back to your car is just as good as the walk to Tiburon. Just don't let all the surrounding privilege get you down. RELATED - Up for a hike? Here's a collection of trails I've walked and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2OrC8nU

It's gorgeous, but the place (and all of Golden Gate Park) needs better signs. If you don't know…read moreexactly where your party is, you could waste a lot of time driving and/or walking around. There's plenty of room to run around, play, fly kites, attract/avoid seagulls. If your kid wants to go in the jumpy-jump but you don't know whose jumpy-jump it is, who cares? Sidle up, surreptitiously learn the name of the birthday boy or girl, and drop that name like it's hot if anyone asks you anything. This review is almost over, but why are there suddenly French people arguing animatedly downstairs? What is going on with my neighborhood? I really can't imagine my downstairs neighbors inviting a bunch of Frenchman and -women over. Maybe they're next door? They all sound like Jean-Baptiste, which is both comforting and slightly frustrating. It's June 21, 2014, by the way, and I believe this is review No. 1,999. At least they're listening to the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Now if that one French cover band could only get a singer. I'm pretty happy that Aaminah invited me to her graduation party at Lindley Meadow. I love Golden Gate Park. Even without better signs.

We went here yesterday for a baby shower. This was a busyyyy park. Parking was a bit of a pain. We…read moreended up parking almost a mile away from where our group was meeting. They had bathrooms with toilet paper, soap and running water. (Hard to find sometimes at local parks). There were tons of people for various occasions. There were fields with lacrosse games, there was some sort of music festival/concert, family reunions, people just hanging out, people celebrating birthdays, and of course us there for a baby shower. Our friends got there around 10:30 am to set up and got great parking. I think the earlier the better to get a parking spot close to where you want to hang out. We didn't get there until 1:30 pm.

I had gone here on Saturday to play Pokémon. It was a nice big park, perfect for walking, and…read moreplaying with the kids. I wish it had a few more benches to sit but also a perfect place for a picnic.

Beautiful, open, green park. Great place to watch New Years fireworks, to have a peaceful picnic,…read moreor to read under the sun.