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Recreation and Activities
| Archery Field 47th Avenue and Fulton | Map It The archery field in Golden Gate Park is one of those wonderful park gems that leaves you asking yourself how you never discovered it before. Located at the west end of the park, the field is open to archers of all skill levels-- from beginner to marksman. The field includes nine hay bales for shared use; archers should bring their own targets, bows and arrows. Use of the field is free and is based on a first come, first served basis. More info Equipment can be rented nearby, and Rec and Park offers lessons and camps for all ages and abilities. |
| Basketball at the Panhandle Fell and Clayton streets | Map It The Nate Thurmond Basketball Courts at the Panhandle are some of the city’s most popular and iconic, where athletes will find spirited games of pick-up hoops against a backdrop of mature trees, a children’s playground, and the sound of traffic from busy Oak and Fell streets. The courts were resurfaced in 2016 through a partnership with the Golden State Warriors and The Good Tidings Foundation. The courts are named in honor of longtime NBA and Warriors player Nate Thurmond, who was a beloved community ambassador and champion of youth sports. |
| Beach Chalet Athletic Fields John F. Kennedy Drive at the west end of the park | Map It The popular Beach Chalet Athletic Fields complex, renovated in 2015 through a partnership with the City Fields Foundation, includes synthetic turf and lights, tripling the amount of playtime on the fields to more than 14,000 hours annually and dramatically increasing public access. The four synthetic turf fields accommodate a wide range of sports, including soccer, and save about six million gallons of water each year. Facility amenities, including picnic areas and a play structure, encourage a safe, family-friendly environment for park visitors. Fields can be reserved, or stop by and kick the ball around during open play hours. More info |
| Big Rec Baseball Fields 100 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive | Map It Generations of youth baseball players have spent time on these fields, which host camps and youth league and school games throughout the year. The Bay Area Vintage Base Ball league, which plays under 1886 rules using vintage baseball equipment. Big Rec is available for rent through our Permits and Reservations division. |
| Disc Golf Course Marx Meadow, off of JFK Drive | Map It San Francisco’s first disc golf course is located in Golden Gate Park near Marx Meadow. A tightly wooded 18-hole course, this course is fun for beginners and a challenge for experts. Players use an array of discs instead of balls and clubs to aim for their designated targets, chain-linked baskets arranged throughout the course. The course was expanded to its permanent, 18-hole course in 2007. More info |
| Golf Course 970 47th Ave. | Map It This nine-hole, par-3 golf course is certain to provide players with a unique and memorable experience. With holes ranging from under 100 yards up to 200 yards, the course is considered the ideal course for the beginning or weekend golfer. Experienced players seeking to refine their short game will also find the course a robust challenge. With something for everyone, this course is the perfect setting to learn, refine, or simply enjoy the game of golf. Tee Time Reservations can be made by calling the Pro Shop at (415) 751-8987 or by visiting goldengateparkgolf.com |
| Handball/Racqetball Courts Nancy Pelosi Drive near Big Rec | Map It The Big Rec Handball Courts site is a hidden gem, tucked away behind Big Rec’s baseball diamonds. Those who discover this quiet, peaceful area of the park will enjoy two indoor and two outdoor courts. Use of these facilities is free and on a first come, first served basis. Bring your own equipment. |
| Kezar Stadium and Pavilion 670 Kezar Drive | Map It Historic Kezar Stadium and Pavilion have been the sites of some amazing sports moments over the years. The original stadium was home to the San Francisco 49ers for 25 years, and the adjacent pavilion has hosted numerous sporting events, including basketball, roller derby, boxing and wrestling matches. Today, the stadium, which was renovated to its current configuration in 1990, hosts a wide array of sporting events, from school track and field meets to the annual high school Turkey Bowl championship football game. When not hosting sporting events, the track is a popular site for runners and joggers. More Kezar Stadium and Kezar Pavilion info |
| Polo Field 1232 John F. Kennedy Drive | Map It Soccer players, cyclists and joggers flock to this large expanse, where there’s plenty of room to stretch their legs and get their exercise in. The field area consists of seven soccer pitches, hosting a number of youth and adult soccer league games throughout the year. The cycle track is .67 miles (1 km) long, and is used by everyday cyclists and advanced cyclists for training. A .75-mile-long dirt track sits above the cycle track, and is a popular destination for both runners and horseback riders. The Polo Field is also the site of the annual Outside Lands Music + Arts Festival and several other civic events throughout the year. More info |
| Roller Skating John F. Kennedy Drive near 6th Ave. | Map It Roller skating will always have a special place in Golden Gate Park’s heart, and that place is Skatin’ Place, a small paved area dedicated to folks on skates or blades. Throughout the week, particularly on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, the music is pumping and a whole community of skaters comes out to meet new friends and groove to the beats, creating a symphony of music and movement. It’s one of those uniquely San Francisco scenes that’s fun to watch but even more fun to take part in. Dust off those skates and shake what your mama gave ya’! |
| Running/Jogging Locations vary Golden Gate Park is home to miles of roadways and trails perfect for your run. The endless combination of undulating topography, roads and trails lets runners tailor their workout to their needs. Running around the perimeter of the park is a 7.4-mile loop. A 4.5-mile trail loop on the west end of the park is also popular. Kezar Stadium and the Polo Field each feature tracks for runners. |
| Tennis at the Lisa and Douglas Goldman Tennis Center Nancy Pelosi Drive and Bowling Green Dr. | Map It The Golden Gate Park Tennis Center has recently undergone a $30 million renovation, making the 126-year-old site one of the best public tennis facilities in the nation, featuring a new clubhouse, 16 rebuilt tennis courts, a dedicated pickleball court, and expanded hours of operation to maximize the public’s access. The renovated center includes dedicated space for Rec and Park’s Tennis and Learning Center, a youth development program that combines tutoring with the game of tennis. Online court reservations can be made at goldmantenniscenter.com or by calling (415) 581-2540. COVID-19 health precautions require advance reservations to play or visit. |
| Waller Street Skate Park Waller Street and Stanyan | Map It Kickflips, ollies and backside 180s abound at this dedicated spot for skateboarders. Whether you’re a seasoned boarder or a beginner looking to perfect your skills, this skate park offers plenty of room to practice your sport. |