Baker Beach, Public beach in Presidio, San Francisco, United States
Baker Beach extends half a mile along the Pacific Ocean coast, featuring sandy shores and serpentine cliffs beneath the Golden Gate Bridge.
The beach area contained military installations including Battery Chamberlin, constructed in 1904 with disappearing gun emplacements for coastal defense.
The northern section of Baker Beach served as the original location for the Burning Man festival from 1986 to 1990 before its relocation to Nevada.
Swimming is not recommended at Baker Beach due to dangerous rip currents and cold water temperatures throughout the year.
The beach contains specific soil compositions from serpentine cliffs that support the growth of several rare plant species in the area.
Location: San Francisco
Address: Baker Beach, San Francisco, CA, USA
Website: http://gocalifornia.about.com/od/casexnudism/ss/sf-baker-nude-beach.htm
GPS coordinates: 37.79368,-122.48370
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:45
San Francisco brings together historical monuments and natural sites that reflect the city's unique history and geography. The Golden Gate Bridge, a 2,737-meter-long suspension bridge completed in 1937, is one of the region's most recognizable structures. Alcatraz Island, a former high-security federal prison operating from 1934 to 1963, is located in the bay and is visited by ferry. The Painted Ladies, seven Victorian houses built between 1892 and 1896, exemplify San Francisco’s characteristic residential architecture with their colorful facades facing Alamo Square Park. The city also includes Fisherman's Wharf, a historic port district developed from late 19th-century Italian fishing piers, and the Fillmore, a performance hall from the 1910s that contributed to the development of the West Coast music scene. Twin Peaks provide viewpoints at 928 feet (283 meters), while Lands End features rocky cliffs and hiking trails at the western tip of the peninsula. The Cable Cars, a mechanical transportation system operating since 1873, run on three lines through San Francisco's sloped streets.
California's beaches range from the busy southern coast to the remote northern shores. Each location offers specific features: Santa Monica's pier, Venice's cultural scene, Laguna's scenic views, and Pfeiffer's mineral-colored sand. The coastline includes urban beaches with facilities, natural areas with rock formations, and protected marine zones for water sports and wildlife observation.
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