Lands End Beach - San Francisco Beach

Full Amenity List

• Concessions-Food Available
• Restaurant
• Parking

Descriptions from Across the Web

• Special attention is due to the rugged section of rocky cliffs between the Cliff House and China Beach, for it is clearly the best coastal access in San Francisco. This is due to a number of factors. First, the cliffs are dramatic, and relatively secluded. Second this harsh, wild environment supports a sensational ecosystem on the extreme cliff faces, both animal and plant. Third, the cliffs face directly across the channel ... more on Josephstubbscreations
• Series of hiking trails that connect the Legion of ... more on tripadvisor.com
• As the summer sun warms up the days, Golden Gate National Parks' beaches are among theBay Area's most popular destinations. From Thornton, Ocean, and Baker beaches on the SanFrancisco peninsula to Rodeo, Muir, and Stinson beaches in Marin County, there are plenty ofplaces for fun in the California sun (or fog). Though the beach is a great place for rest andrecreation, it can be also hazardous for you, your family, even your dog-sneaker waves, ripcurrents, and hazardous cliffs are on the list of potential dangers for beach-goers. However, byfollowing a few simple rules and exercising basic caution, you can enjoy all of the parks' beachesand keep yourself and your loved ones out of trouble. Water Hazards Foremost, be aware of your surroundings and know your limits, whether you're playing in or near the water, swimming, surfing, or board-sailing. Never turn your back on the water;unusually large "Sneaker" waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea without warning. Sneaker waves, which can be as much as four times as high as an average wave, form when two or more wave trains align in length and duration and merge. Unlike the breaker pattern, sneaker waves are completely unpredictable. Many beaches have dangerous rip currents-fast-moving ... more on goingtothebeach.com

Directions

Trails begin at the Cliff House and Sutro Bath ruins off Point Lobos Ave. To start out deeper into the Lands End area, there is a large parking area at the end of El Camino Del Mar off Point Lobos Ave. It is also possible to access Land's End Beach from c

Hours

1:30am - 7:00am

Other Web Resources

• www.josephstubbscreations.com
• http://www.visitcalifornia.com
• http://www.sanmateocountycvb.com
• http://www.visitberkeley.com