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Thanks to YOU we are leaving the Golden Gate National Parks better than we found them: Improving trails, building overlooks, and growing plants. And we're engaging the next generation of park stewards through richly rewarding opportunities for young people of all ages. Scroll down to see our wide variety of programs. 

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Screenshot of redwoods along the Lonely Trail in Phleger Estate.
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Active Events

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Point Bonita Lighthouse in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area in the San Francisco Bay Area
Events
Fri, Sep 20 12:15pm-12:30pm
Point Bonita Lighthouse
Learn some of the stories associated with the Point Bonita Lighthouse and see why it's one of the most picturesque places within the GGNRA.
Pt Bonita Lighthouse in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Events
Fri, Sep 20 1:30pm-2:30pm
Lighthouse Trailhead
Come to the Marin Headlands and join Interpretive Park Ranger, Forrest Tierce, for a walk down to the scenic and beautiful Point Bonita Lighthouse for an inspiring discussion about what we can do to preserve this fantastic landscape.
A Golden Gate National Recreation Area Park Ranger leads a discussion at Presidio Tunnel Tops Campfire Circle.
Events
Fri, Sep 20 4:00pm-4:30pm
Presidio Tunnel Tops
Join National Park Service rangers for free campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops every Friday to Monday at 4 pm through October 1.​​
Golden Gate Maintenance Volunteers
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Sat, Sep 21 9:00am-12:00pm
Celebrate the 40th Annual Coastal Clean-up Day in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area!
Volunteer at the Presidio
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Sat, Sep 21 9:00am-12:00pm
Presidio Transit Center
Help restore natural areas and create important wildlife corridors in the Presidio of San Francisco.

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