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Stretching a mile below the rugged cliffs on the Presidio's western shoreline, this site's spectacular outside-the-Gate views of the Bridge and the Marin Headlands are unsurpassed.
With the Golden Gate Bridge as a backdrop, this beach is a local favorite for San Franciscans. Even the drive to it is gorgeous! A stretch of beach over a mile long, this site lies at the foot of rugged cliffs.
Full disclosure: the north end of this site is open to nude sunbathers. However, that location is way down the beach and around a bend, so there will not be any naked tushies in site for your wedding!
What we love about this site:
The Golden Gate Bridge makes for an incredible backdrop.
Iconic location.
Toes in the sand just a few minutes away from an awesome city!
Potential drawbacks of this site
The beach is a popular spot.
There is a nude beach, but it's past the area we use.
Accessibility
Parking: the site does have it's own parking lot, but it fills up quickly. Best to carpool here.
Access from parking: paved parking lot, but you'll obviously be walking through some sand to get to the site.
Additional Logistics
Dogs: yes, but they must be leashed.
Bathrooms: yes.
Suitable for children: yes.
Max vehicles accommodated: 50-60, but we still strongly recommend carpooling. The parking lot can fill up quickly.
Max number of guests at this site: 30.
Dates of Availability: year-round, except weekends between March 15th and October 15th.
Type of site: public, reservable.
Permits, Fees and Other Information
Permits, Fees and Other Information
This site is governed by the Golden Gate National Recreational Authority, which states on its website that permits are required. However, we have found that holding a small wedding here (fewer than 20 people) without chairs, arches, etc. without a permit has never been an issue. The responsibility for having a permit for this site, however, is up to the couple.
Permits are issued up to one year in advance.
No permits issued for weekend dates between March 15th and October 15th. (This tells you how crowded it gets at those times!)
Bear in mind that having a permit for this location only ensures that there will not be any other events scheduled there for your date and time. It does NOT mean that members of the public can be denied access to the site during your wedding.
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Location
Note: place marker is approximate; the actual location will be provided upon booking.
San Francisco Calendar of Events
IMPORTANT: be sure to check the calendar of events for the dates you're considering before you submit your date to us. Local events can impact traffic and the accessibility of your site.
San Francisco Average Temps and Precipitation
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