Camp at Kirby Cove
San Francisco › Kirby Cove Campground
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Activities:
Chillin, Camping
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Skill Level:
Beginner
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Season:
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Small campsite that's super close to the city, but feels far enough away to let you relax. Amazing views of the Golden Gate at Sunset. Duration: Overnight.
Yes, you can camp just over the Golden Gate! Kirby Cove Campground has 4 overnight campsites and 1 picnic area for day use. The campground is set near a coarse-sand beach and offers amazing views of the Golden Gate, as long as it’s not a super foggy SF day. From the parking lot, it's a steep ~1 mile hike down to the campground, but if you have a reservation, you can drive ~0.25-0.5 miles from the campsite. There’s no running water at the campground, so you’ll have to bring your own - bring enough to last your full stay. Firewood must be purchased locally; it cannot be collected at the campsite. Unfortunately, Kirby Cove is not pet friendly. You can reserve a campsite or the picnic area here. If everything is booked up, you can still hike in the area out to Bonita Lighthouse or bike from the Presidio and hang out at the beach.
Pack List
- Tent
- Sleeping Bag & Sleeping Pad
- Firewood
- Stove / Grill
- Water (there is no water available at the site)
A unique perspective of the famous monument, and the hike to shore keeps a majority of the crowds away. I recommend catching a sunset here! The only bad thing is there isn't much parking available at the trailhead.
8 months ago
One of the hardest places to get a reservation, as there are only 5-6 campsites (depending on handicap site availability), but if you are persistent, it is doable and totally worth it! Pretty accessible campsite with unreal views and lots of room to explore - old military bunkers, beach area, tree swings, etc. A clear night here is any night photographer's dream come true.
about 2 years ago
Difficult to get a reservation. The trick is book a picnic instead. Beautiful all around.
over 3 years ago
↟South Lake Tahoe Native • Living in San Francisco ↟Northern California Adventurer and Photographer ↟Connecting with Hiking/Backpackers
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