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.
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 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.
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.
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Latitude: 37.7935724 / Longitude: -122.483638
Baker Beach is located in San Francisco. The following map of Baker Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 16.2°C/19°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 19.5°C |
| Sea Temperature | 17.5 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.9 m |
| Rain Chance | 5% |
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| Rainfall | 0.1 mm |
| Rain Duration | 1 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:47/19:26 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 3.3 hrs |
| UV Index | 6.7 |
| Cloud Cover | 92% |
| Speed | 19.2 km/h |
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| Gusts | 29.5 km/h |
| Direction | SW |
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