San Francisco, California, United States of America

Marshall's Beach

Marshall's Beach is a clothing-optional beach located in San Francisco, USA, stretching from the Golden Gate Bridge to North Baker Beach.

Access to the beach is challenging, with several trails and stairways to navigate. The recommended parking area is the Golden Gate Overlook parking lot near Battery Godfrey.

It is essential to check tide charts before visiting the beach, as high tide can result in total submersion. Swimming is not advisable due to cold water temperatures and rip currents.

Explore places to stay near Marshall's Beach and enjoy the stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Nevertheless, the area above the beach offers many military structures to explore. Marshall's Beach is included in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that Marshall's Beach is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the beauty of San Francisco, with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Visitors enjoy the hike to get there, which is relatively short but can be steep in places. Some visitors complain about the steep descent and climb back up and the fact that it's a clothing-optional beach.

Where to Stay near Marshall's Beach?

Visitors to Marshall's Beach in San Francisco often stay in nearby neighborhoods like the Marina District or Pacific Heights, which offer a variety of accommodation options and easy access to the city's attractions. Many tourists visit the area for the scenic views, iconic landmarks, and cultural experiences, with the beach being one of the many highlights of their trip.

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

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Where is Marshall's Beach?

Latitude: 37.8016521 / Longitude: -122.4798778

Marshall's Beach is located in San Francisco. The following map of Marshall's Beach shows the exact location.

Marshall's Beach: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025
Today might not be the best for a classic beach day at Marshall's Beach. The maximum air temperature will be 16.1 °C. Expect very cloudy skies. The wind might be noticeable, so pack accordingly. The sea temperature is 15.6 °C with moderate waves. The UV index will be high at 8.15, so sun protection is still important even with cloud cover.
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Air

Low / High13.5°C/16.1°C
Feels Like (High)14.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature15.6 °C
Wave Height0.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance3%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:09/20:23
Sunshine Hours0.1 hrs
UV Index8.15
Cloud Cover100%
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Wind

Speed25.2 km/h
Gusts34.6 km/h
DirectionW

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