Fort Funston Beach is situated 200 feet below striking cliffs at the southernmost edge of San Francisco, and it is revered as one of the most magnificent and unspoiled beaches in the city.
There is a steep and rugged path that leads to the beach, providing beautiful views of the bluffs and the Pacific Ocean, which often features Bottle Nose dolphins, whales, and seals. The entrance begins south of Ocean Beach and runs along the cliffs for a quarter mile allowing for 20-minute leisurely strolls from start to finish during low tide. Fort Funston is not a beach for swimming as the waters are quite dangerous; hang gliding is the most prominent activity here.
Fort Funston Beach, Fort Fundston Road, San Francisco, CA
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