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SF Presidio National Cemetery With Golden Gate Bridge

Visiting The National Cemetery Overlook

The San Francisco Presidio is a national park of 1,480 acres located at the southern entrance of the Golden Gate bridge. The Presidio has lived many lives as a military base for the Spanish, Mexicans and then the United States. In 1884, 9 acres within the Presidio was designated as San Francisco National Cemetery. It was the first national cemetery established on the West Coast. It is now the final resting place of over 30,000 service members. On Veterans Day 2009, the Presidio cemetery overlook was completed and now serves as a sacred location for honoring the lives of the fallen soldiers from 200 years of war.

Golden Gate Bridge Overlook - The Presidio Of San Francisco, California

Scenic Overlooks In the Presidio of San Francisco

The Presidio of San Francisco is located at the northern tip of the San Francisco peninsula. On the west, the Pacific Ocean crashes against the shore, on the north, the majestic Golden Gate Bridge crosses over the bay, and on the east, the ships sail into the San Francisco Bay. It is a rare moment in the Presidio to not be surrounded by stunning views, however, there are special locations in the park where the views are simply astounding. For our short video, we captured just four of these overlooks, but we could go on for days exploring these special locations.

Crissy Field - The Presidio Of San Francisco

Enjoying Presidio’s Crissy Field

One of the most famous walking trails in the bay area, Golden Gate Promenade/Bay Trail, wanders along the edge of the bay through the restored wetlands of Crissy Field. In the early evening, thousands of San Francisco residents come to the promenade to walk and enjoy the crisp air and stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Inspiration Point In The Presidio Of San Francisco, CA

Walk, Hike & Jog On The Ecology Trail

The Inn At the Presidio is located close to the bottom of the Presidio’s largest watershed and is surrounded by forests of redwoods, oaks, eucalyptus, and pine. Step out of the back door of the Inn and you are on the “Ecology Trail” ready to wander through miles of park trails.

Celebrating The End Of The Summer At The Presidio Picnic

One of San Francisco’s favorite events is the Presidio Picnic which takes place every Sunday starting March and ending in October. The Presidio Picnic is more than a celebration of food and dance, it a statement of San Francisco’s encompassing diversity. The city’s food trucks line the Main Post and the flags and frisbees fly in the afternoon wind.

Baker Beach - Presidio Of San Francisco CA

Enjoying Baker Beach On A Fall Day

San Francisco is renowned for its cold summer days and then the surprising hot days of September and October. The locals know that these precious fall days are meant for a visit to Presidio Park and a day on Baker Beach.

The Presidio Of San Francisco's Mountain Lake

Mountain Lake: A Restored Natural Jewel

Today, after a decade of careful remediation and restoration, Mountain Lake is once again a haven for native wildlife, a resting stop for migrating birds, and a lovely spot for San Franciscans and visitors to enjoy the beauty and history of the city.

San Francisco Left Its Heart in El Polín Spring

Just up the road to the south of the Inn there is a peaceful green glade full of the sound of birds and the trickle of a water. The waters spring from the underlying serpentine rock and sustain a lush riparian habitat that is one of San Francisco’s most diverse spots for birds, butterflies, and native flora.

Restoration in Progress | The Tennessee Hollow Watershed

Long before centuries of military activity and construction projects covered up the area known as The Tennesse Hollow Watershed, it was home to a system where three creeks and freshwater springs came together to create a natural bird habitat and primary freshwater source for the marsh at Crissy Field.

Exploring the Arts & Sciences of San Francisco

With so many wonderful museums and cultural points of interest, it can be hard to decide exactly what to explore and experience while visiting our city. Above is a video highlighting a few points of interest that we recommend visiting while staying at the Inn at the Presidio along with a brief history and description of each.

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