Golden Gate National Recreation Area

You can see the breathtaking Golden Gate bridge and a the bay glistening below you from the Bicentennial Campground. Located in the heart of San Francisco, this is the best place in Golden Gate Park for some killer views. You can also grill at Battery Wallace, which is only a short walk away. Did we mention its free? Read more...

Hay everyone… Haypress Campground is sure to impress you! Not only are there no fees, but this flourishing green grassland is located in the secluded Tennessee Valley in the northern Marin headlands. We all know that the Marin headlands are drop-dead gorgeous, so come check it out! This is a great spot for some beginning backpacking experience!Read more...

Rob Hill Campground is a wild camping oasis in the heart of San Francisco. Perched above Baker Beach and the mighty Pacific, visitors will enjoy the campground’s wooded wilds set amidst a stunning eucalyptus grove. The campsites provided are designed for groups, and feature a large communal campfire circle where you can bust some rhymes or sing so Read more...

An amazing retreat into nature, Kirby Cove boasts the best view of the Golden Gate bridge. The best part? It's only a 20-30 minute drive from San Francisco. This campground is a walk-in that may be tough to reserve, but it's worth looking into if you’re looking to camp while in the city. Deer will wander through and raccoons might try to steal s Read more...

High up in the Gerbode Valley is the remote Hawk Camp… The best place to get away from the city. Watch the fog roll through the hill from atop Hawk Hill, or make like a bobcat up the Bobcat trail. This is definitely the place to go for backpacking. P. S. it’s free!Read more...