Park · Presidio, San Francisco

Crissy Field

Crissy Field
Photo: Frank Schulenburg, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Crissy Field is a former military airfield now open as public space. It includes a beach, meadows and paths along the bay. The site offers clear sightlines to the bridge and Marin Headlands.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of San Francisco & the Coast

Visiting Crissy Field: what to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
Varies by activity
Best time
Morning or late afternoon
Getting there
Muni bus 28 or 30 to the Presidio, or bike from downtown

San Francisco itineraries with Crissy Field

Day 1 of San Francisco & the Coast

Golden Gate and Presidio

How Crissy Field fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Crissy FieldCrissy Field
  2. 10:45Golden Gate Bridge WalkGolden Gate Bridge
  3. 12:15Presidio Tunnel TopsPresidio Tunnel Tops
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Crissy Field FAQs

Is Crissy Field open at night?

The park remains accessible after dark though lighting is limited.

Can you swim at Crissy Field?

The water is cold and currents are strong so swimming is not advised.

Are dogs allowed at Crissy Field?

Dogs are permitted on leash in most areas and off leash in designated zones.

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