Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy — Local services in San Francisco

This was a beautiful place to watch the sunset, but it got cold quick! Dress is layers and/or bring a blanket. The bathrooms here are not open later than the visitor's center, which closes at 5 pm, so keep that in mind if you are planning on hiking later or viewing the sunset. There are also great hiking trails between Lands End and China Beach with several beautiful views of the Golden Gate Bridge. In low tide, you can also see the remains of three...

Lovely views but very crowded. Parking can be a challenge on nice days, parking is free but there were lots of signs about frequent break ins. If the main lot is full there is an over flow lot just a little down the hill, it’s not clear that there is another lot so there are people circling the main lot searching for spots. Trails offer nice views but you won’t find solitude. Visitor center offers history of the area, bathrooms and hot coffee. Can be...

Gift shop attached the Lookout Café. Nice selection of local goods, books and the obligatory post cards. Staff were very helpful and knowledgeable about the area with tips for routes to take (as I had a bike). There's some extra historical information tucked in the alcoves of the windows which is worth a read. Plus a couple of discounts were to be had...