Hidden Gem

Angel Island State Park (San Francisco Bay)

Angel Island State Park, situated in the heart of San Francisco Bay, provides visitors with stunning panoramic views of the city skyline, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the surrounding waters. The park is rich in history, featuring sites like the Immigration Station, and offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and picnicking, making it an ideal destination for both exploration and leisure.

About the Attraction

A visit to Angel Island State Park offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and rich historical significance in the heart of San Francisco Bay. Here's what to expect:

  • Panoramic Views: As the largest natural island in San Francisco Bay, Angel Island provides spectacular 360-degree vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz, and surrounding bay areas from its 788-foot Mount Livermore summit.

  • Layered History: The island has served as a Coast Miwok settlement, immigration station, military post during multiple wars, and quarantine station. The U.S. Immigration Station, often called the "Ellis Island of the West," processed hundreds of thousands of immigrants between 1910-1940, particularly from China.

  • Diverse Activities: Visitors can explore miles of hiking and biking trails, discover historic military buildings, relax on secluded beaches, or take guided tram tours around the island's perimeter road.

It's a perfect escape from urban life, offering both outdoor recreation and a profound connection to significant chapters of American history.

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Schedule

Open daily from 8:00 AM to sunset.

Entrance Fee

$3
General Admission: $3; Children under 12: Free; Members: Free. Admission prices are consistent daily. Advance ticket reservations are highly recommended.
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