Trails & Activities
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Kirby Cove
No beach in the world has a view like this. From its sandy shore just west of the north side of the Golden Gate Bridge, look east to a stunning panorama of the city.
The steep, mile-long trail to the cove begins at the parking area above Battery Spencer on Conzelman Road—eye-level with the bridge’s towers—and descends through a grove of cypress, eucalyptus, and pine.
Kirby Cove also features a campground with four campsites, each accommodating up to 10 people (parking restricted to three vehicles per site). Pit toilets, barbecue pits, picnic tables, and fire rings are available, but there’s no water for drinking and hygiene.
For more details and to make required reservations, please visit the National Park Service website or call (415) 331-1540.
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Open 24/7
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- Although campsites are available by reservation only, the public is invited to walk the trail and picnic on the beach or bluffs.
- Walk in your own water, and plan on an uphill walk back up from the cove.
- Make reservations for campsites well in advance.
- Scan the skies in autumn for migrating hawks, kestrels, harriers, falcons, and other raptors.
- The waves are usually gentle on this beach, but there is no lifeguard.
- Explore Battery Kirby (1898-1934) by the cove’s beach.
- Kirby Cove presents challenges to visitors with disabilities. Arrangements can be made in advance to allow vehicle access to the picnic site for disabled guests with a valid DMV placard; call (415) 331-1540.
