City note 88 · Nature
Fort Funston
Windy coastal bluffs, steep paths, dogs, and hang-glider territory on the city's southwestern edge.
Begin at the Fort Funston parking and trail area off Skyline Boulevard.Open map
Why go
The beach descent is real and conditions change quickly; the bluff loop is still worthwhile without going down.
- Good for
- Daytime · Solo
- Time
- 45 min – 3 hr
- Cost
- Free
- Plan
- Check the schedule
Before you go
Weather, elevation, access, and current conditions can change the plan
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