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    Hellman Hollow

    4.8 (11 reviews)

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    Gnarly tree along the grassy area
    Tracy L.

    What a lovely little patch of Golden Gate Park. We parked our car by the polo field and meant to just walk around it. We ventured off to this length of grass and my son REALLY enjoyed climbing the old gnarly wind-blown trees and trying to figure out where the trunk connected to the roots. There were a good number of people here, but most groups were well spaced out and socially distanced.

    Honoring a great man who gave so much to SF, fitting it's in a beautiful meadow inside Golden Gate Park.
    Jennifer O.

    #85/2016 One of the loveliest, greenest expanses of Golden Gate Park, all you need to know is it's near 25th Avenue off Fulton and as soon as you see the perfect vista you know you're there. Named after Warren Hellman who founded the "Hardly Strictly Bluegrass" festival, Hellman was a billionaire financier and philanthropist who funded the free bluegrass festival and many causes supporting Jewish vocational services, the JCC and various arts, media and civic causes. Known as a gregarious and generous man, his early death at 77 from leukemia was a blow to the city. His celebration of life at Temple Emanuel-El was attended by everyday San Franciscans as well as the society and political elite. A huge fan of bluegrass music, Hellman was tickled when the former Speedway Meadow in Golden Gate Park was named after him shortly before his death and is now known as "Hellman Hollow."

    A beautiful fall day in the park. Birthday parties and barbecues.

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    One of the best picnic area in the city. Plenty of tables, grills and a clean restroom.

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    Parking is available if it's morning and there are no special events at Golden Gate Park.

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    Mount Tamalpais State Park

    Mount Tamalpais State Park

    4.8(435 reviews)
    10.8 mi

    Just past SF this park has so many different trail options perfect for all hiking levels. The…read moredownside is this place gets PACKED! My sister and I arrived before 8am at the Watershed parking lot and barely found a space. We did the trail that took us to the West Point Inn for the pancake breakfast and round trip was close to 5 miles so it was a great workout. There's gorgeous views and well! On the way back to the 101 however it's a mess. The road on the way down is crowded with parked cars, which makes driving through challenging. That's the only thing about this park, other than that I'd love to come back in spring when everything is green and vibrant!

    My first association of Mt Tam is from Cowgirl Creamery's best seller, Mt Tam Triple Cream with…read moreHeart cheese. Ever since then, I've wanted to hike this peak, today I have achieved my wish. Early June with mild coastal temp, 50s-60s. Started up Matt Davis Trail in the foggy forest, to Pantoll Campground, to West Point Inn where we can look down to the top of the fog layer, to the Fire Lookout building at the Peak. Then we came down reverse but split off to Steep Ravine and Dip Sea trail after the campground. I've also always wanted to climb that ladder. This hike provided views of the Pacific ocean on the West as well as views of Richmond-San Rafael Bridge on the East side. I thoroughly enjoyed the cool lush forest, but actually my favorite section was the single track along the slope of the open area after the Mt Tam State Park sign.

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    Golden Gate Park - Shooters Shoot ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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    4.7(1.4k reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Imagine a huge rectangle. Make it a park with grass and hills, flowers, trees, some fountains... I…read moredunno, throw in a big lake, some world-class Art and Science museums, and a dome where concerts and shows perform in the Summer. Let's also close down the streets from cars one day a week in the Summer so people can ride their bikes, skate, rollerblade, play and dance in the streets! How about on some warm weekend days we put huge concerts there that fill the grass for as far as the eye can see so people can bring all their friends to enjoy food, drinks, and music together. And the lake... let's make it so people can rent boats, and if they don't or can't row, they can peddle so they, too, can enjoy the waterfall and life on the lake! Let's also have beautiful statues around the park, definitely a Shakespeare Garden, and let's throw in something for garden lovers, like a Botanical Garden (a big one) and a Conservatory of Flowers. For more culture, let's add a Japanese Tea Garden with more lakes and flowers, and even a bridge in the shape of a circle. Let's also make this accessible to everyone, so some days, the museums are free (ie, usually once a month). And some entrance fees are lower for locals. (Check the websites.) Aaaaaand this is Golden Gate Park, and this is my favorite park in California, if not the entire country.

    something for everyone…read more this park is big! don't try to walk it all, just go to wherever you're interested in. whether it's the museum, japan tea garden, botanical garden, boating at the lake, or choose any picnic spot. a sunny day here is really enjoyable, so much space to spread out from others and do your own thing great for taking a stroll and dog walking.

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    Lafayette Park - Lots of monkey bars at Lafayette Park!

    Lafayette Park

    4.5(186 reviews)
    3.5 miPacific Heights

    We really enjoy coming to Lafayette Park Playground this morning for an early Easter egg hunting…read moreevent--it's quite unique compared to other playgrounds in the city. The layout is more challenging and perfect for little explorers who love to climb, balance, and stay active. My 3-year-old always finds something new to do, and it keeps them engaged for a long time. I also appreciate that babies aren't left out--there are designated areas where younger kids can safely play too. The restroom is conveniently located and clean, which is a big plus for families. That said, some of the rocky edges can be a bit risky for adventurous kids, so it's definitely a place where you'll want to keep a close eye on them at all times. The only downside is parking--it can be pretty tough to find a spot, especially during busy times. Overall, it's a fun and exciting playground that's great for kids of different ages, as long as you're prepared for a bit of supervision and a parking hunt!

    What you lose in challenging elevation changes, you gain in stunning views and greenery. Lafayette…read morepark is an iconic location in San Francisco and a place that serves regular park goers, those who want to play tennis, those with kids, as well as our four legged friends. The park is beautifully maintained, with clean walking paths, manicured gardens, and enough benches and seating spaces. You can easily find a little corner to make your own for a bit. There is a rather large and modern kids playground and even more large grassy areas, both for those who want to lounge and for the dogs that want to run around. Overall, Lafayette Park is yet another gem that makes San Francisco special.

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