San Francisco, California, United States of America

Baker Beach

Baker Beach is a publicly accessible shoreline situated in San Francisco, California, USA. This popular coastal destination is renowned for its picturesque views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

However, it should be noted that swimming at Baker Beach can be perilous due to sizable wave formations and strong oceanic currents. Despite this, it remains an ideal location for strolling, capturing memorable photographic moments with or of the iconic bridge, and accessing the adjoining Presidio hiking trails.

Discover places to stay near Baker Beach and enjoy stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge during your visit.

It is worth noting that the vicinity's northern sector is designated as "clothing optional," and visitors should exercise discretion when exploring this area.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that visitors love the stunning view of the Golden Gate Bridge from the beach and the peacefulness in the mornings with few people around. However, visitors complain about limited parking and the presence of thieves, branches all over the place, and poorly maintained porta potties with an unpleasant smell.

Where to Stay near Baker Beach?

Visitors to Baker Beach often stay in the nearby neighborhoods of the Richmond District and the Sunset District in San Francisco. These areas offer a variety of accommodations and easy access to both the beach and the city's numerous attractions.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Baker Beach?

Latitude: 37.7935724 / Longitude: -122.483638

Baker Beach is located in San Francisco. The following map of Baker Beach shows the exact location.

Baker Beach: Weather Today

📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
Today is an underwhelming day to head to Baker Beach, as conditions are not ideal for a typical day of sun and relaxation. You will encounter thick fog clinging to the shore, which significantly dampens the atmosphere and limits visibility. The air feels quite cool with a maximum temperature of 17.2 °C, and the strong winds making their way across the water will make it feel even brisker. With the sea temperature sitting at 15.9 °C, the water is definitely too cold for swimming or recreational immersion. While the UV Index is high at 8.25, the heavy fog will make it feel much gloomier than those numbers suggest. Given the choppy waves and biting winds, it is best to skip the beach today.
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Air

Low / High14°C/17.2°C
Feels Like (High)16.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature15.9 °C
Wave Height1.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance1%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:07/20:25
Sunshine Hours13.8 hrs
UV Index8.25
Cloud Cover37%
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Wind

Speed33.2 km/h
Gusts50 km/h
DirectionW

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