Parks & Walks · Our pick in San Francisco

Ocean Beach

Beach·Outer Sunset / Outer Richmond

The city’s Pacific shore

About Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach runs for miles along the city’s Pacific edge. It is for walking and sunsets rather than swimming: the water is cold and the currents are strong, so stay out of the surf.

Why it's on our list

  • Walks and sunsets
  • Cold water, strong currents
  • National park

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Ocean Beach before you go.

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