Last updated: March 4, 2021
Thing to Do
Crissy Field Restored Wetlands
Alison Taggart-Barone
Explore and walk around the restored wetlands of Crissy Field.
Originally a coastal wetlands occupied seasonally by the Ohlone people, the Crissy Field area has seen more changes in use than any other site in the Presidio. The Crissy Field Promenade runs along the bay and has spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco Bay.
Along your stroll, look out for shorebirds and wildlife living in the wetland habitat
Originally a coastal wetlands occupied seasonally by the Ohlone people, the Crissy Field area has seen more changes in use than any other site in the Presidio. The Crissy Field Promenade runs along the bay and has spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco Bay.
Along your stroll, look out for shorebirds and wildlife living in the wetland habitat
Details
Duration
1-2 Hours
Activity
Hiking
Walk along the Crissy Field Promenade and take in the spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the San Francisco Bay and the restored Crissy Field wetlands and marsh.
Along the way, find interpretive waysides and learn about how Crissy Field was used in the past and the wildlife that inhabits the wetlands today.
Along the way, find interpretive waysides and learn about how Crissy Field was used in the past and the wildlife that inhabits the wetlands today.
Age(s)
This is an all ages activity.
Pets Allowed
Yes with Restrictions
Dogs are allowed at Crissy Field. In all parking lots and along the Mason Street multi-path, dogs are to be ON-LEASH. On the beach, dogs are allowed under VOICE Control.
The western most section of the beach has seasonal restrictions between July 1 and May 15, requiring a leash on the beach.
Please visit our website for more detailed information.
The western most section of the beach has seasonal restrictions between July 1 and May 15, requiring a leash on the beach.
Please visit our website for more detailed information.
Activity Fee
No
Although there is no fee for this activity, the parking in the West Bluff parking and along Mason Street is paid hourly parking.
Location
Crissy Field
Explore Crissy Field by walking along the Promenade.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility Information
Crissy Field Accessibility
Crissy Field has accessible parking, restrooms, trails, picnicking, seasonal beach mat access, and beach wheelchairs (by request).
There are two areas in Crissy Field, East Beach and West Bluff. Both areas have several accessible parking spaces. .
East Beach has:
Crissy Field has accessible parking, restrooms, trails, picnicking, seasonal beach mat access, and beach wheelchairs (by request).
There are two areas in Crissy Field, East Beach and West Bluff. Both areas have several accessible parking spaces. .
East Beach has:
- An accessible restroom facility, a concrete building adjacent to the parking lot.
- An accessible dog washing station is also available here.
- An accessible picnic area for family and group picnicking.
- Generally accessible picnic sites, an accessible
- Accessible restrooms near the Warming Hut
- There is an amphitheater that has accessible seating along the top row, here you also find an accessible picnic table
- Torpedo Wharf is usable, but has cracked and heaving asphalt, please proceed with caution.
- The Crissy Field Promenade is generally accessible and relatively flat.
- Beach Wheelchairs area available by reservation at least 5 days in advance. Please contact us for more information.