Baker Beach, Public beach in Presidio, San Francisco, United States
Baker Beach is a public beach in the Presidio that stretches along the Pacific coast with sand shores backed by serpentine cliffs. The cove sits beneath the Golden Gate Bridge and offers wide sandy areas at the base of steep rock faces.
Battery Chamberlin was constructed in 1904 as a military installation with disappearing gun emplacements for coastal defense. The fort was part of the regional defense infrastructure during the early 1900s until it eventually ceased military operations.
The northern section served as the original home of the Burning Man festival from 1986 to 1990 before moving to Nevada. This location shaped the festival's early years and helped establish its culture before expanding elsewhere.
Swimming is not recommended due to dangerous rip currents and cold water year-round. Visitors should stick to enjoying the views from shore and wear sturdy shoes for the rocky areas.
The serpentine cliffs create an unusual soil composition that supports the growth of several rare plant species on the hillsides. These special geological conditions make the area botanically interesting and set it apart from other coastal spots.
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