Bay Area Ridge Trail, San Francisco

Name: Bay Area Ridge Trail
Address: San Francisco, United States

#74 among attractions in San Francisco

Hiking, Hiking trail

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Facts and practical information

The Bay Area Ridge Trail is a planned 550-mile multi-use trail along the hill and mountain ridgelines ringing the San Francisco Bay Area, in Northern California. Currently 390 miles have been established. When complete, the trail will connect over 75 parks and open spaces. The trail is being designed to provide access for hikers, runners, mountain bicyclists, and equestrians. It will be accessible through trailheads near major population centers, while the trail will extend into more remote areas. The first trail section was dedicated on May 13, 1989. ()

Length: 550 miCoordinates: 37°46'30"N, 122°25'8"W

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Southeast San Francisco (South of Market)San Francisco United States

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Day trips

Bay Area Ridge Trail – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: DNA Lounge, Slim's, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, San Francisco City Hall.

0.4 miSE
Dancing, Nightlife
DNA Lounge, San Francisco
12 min walk • DNA Lounge is an iconic nightclub and live music venue located in the heart of San Francisco's SoMa (South of Market) district. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and eclectic mix of events, this venue has been a staple in the city's nightlife scene since its inception...
0.4 miSE
Nightlife, Dancing
Slim's, San Francisco
11 min walk • Slim's in San Francisco, United States, was a celebrated live music nightclub that served as a hub for diverse musical acts and lively performances. Established in 1988 by rock promoter Boz Scaggs and others, Slim's boasted a vibrant history and reputation as one of...
~1270 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Theater
Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, San Francisco
7 min walk • The Bill Graham Civic Auditorium is a historic landmark nestled in the heart of San Francisco, United States. This versatile venue, renowned for hosting a variety of events, has been a cornerstone of the city's cultural and entertainment scene for decades.
~1380 ftN
Elegant domed city government building
San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
7 min walk • San Francisco City Hall is a grand testament to the city's resilience and architectural ambition. Nestled in the heart of the Civic Center, this Beaux-Arts masterpiece stands as a proud symbol of governance and public service in the city of San Francisco, United States.
~770 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping district
Market Street, San Francisco
4 min walk • Market Street is a major thoroughfare in San Francisco, California. It begins at The Embarcadero in front of the Ferry Building at the northeastern edge of the city and runs southwest through downtown, passing the Civic Center and the Castro District, to the intersection with Portola Drive in the Twin Peaks neighborhood.
0.4 miNE
Eastern art and culture spanning centuries
Asian Art Museum, San Francisco
11 min walk • The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco – Chong-Moon Lee Center for Asian Art and Culture is a museum in San Francisco, California that specializes in Asian art.
~1920 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Pioneer Monument, San Francisco
10 min walk • The Pioneer Monument is a granite monument supporting bronze figures and reliefs created by Frank Happersberger and financed by the estate of James Lick.
~1520 ftN
Museum, Art gallery
San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center, San Francisco
8 min walk • The San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center is located in San Francisco, California. It is one of the largest performing arts centers in the United States.
~1430 ftNW
Ornate 1932 home of San Francisco ballet
War Memorial Opera House, San Francisco
7 min walk • The War Memorial Opera House is an opera house in San Francisco, California, located on the western side of Van Ness Avenue across from the west side/rear facade of the San Francisco City Hall.
0.4 miS
Zoo
Woodward's Gardens, San Francisco
10 min walk • Woodward's Gardens, commonly referred to as The Gardens, was a combination amusement park, museum, art gallery, zoo, and aquarium operating from 1866 to 1891 in the Mission District of San Francisco, California.
0.4 miSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Death Guild, San Francisco
12 min walk • Death Guild is the oldest continually operating gothic/industrial dance club in the United States, and second in the world. Death Guild opened on March 15, 1993, and is currently held every Monday at DNA Lounge in San Francisco.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bay Area Ridge Trail?

Nearby attractions include San Francisco Conservatory of Music, San Francisco (2 min walk), Nourse Theater, San Francisco (5 min walk), Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco (6 min walk), James Lick Baths, San Francisco (6 min walk).

How to get to Bay Area Ridge Trail by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bay Area Ridge Trail:

Light rail

Van Ness • Lines: K, N, S, T (1 min walk)
Civic Center • Lines: K, N, S, T (11 min walk)

Bus

Market Street & South Van Ness Avenue • Lines: 800 (1 min walk)
11th Street & Market Street • Lines: 397, 9, 9R (2 min walk)

Tram

Market Street & Van Ness Avenue • Lines: F (1 min walk)

Trolleybus

Mission Street & 11th Street • Lines: 14 (3 min walk)
Otis Street & 12th Street • Lines: 14 (4 min walk)

Metro

Civic Center • Lines: Blue, Green, Red, Yellow (11 min walk)
16th Street Mission • Lines: Blue, Green, Red, Yellow (18 min walk)