Fort Point National Historic Site

Usual hours

• Mon 10:00–17:00
• Tue–Wed closed
• Thu–Sun 10:00–17:00

From 56 published days, 2026-10-21 to 2026-12-15; community-mapped.

About

Entrance / day-use fee applies.

This park's official page lists: Store / concessions.

This park's official page lists: Visitor center.

At the park

• Exhibits exhibit
• Beaches scenic feature
• Wildlife & bird watching scenic feature

Shows and experiences

• Historic sites & museum

Events

• Fort Point Talk 11:30 AM–11:45 AM

Before you go

Limits

Yes, service dogs are legally permitted anywhere in a park that visitors can go

⚠ Caution: Auto-Theft Warning - Only Bring What You Need to the Park

You can prevent vehicle break-ins in parking lots and scenic overlooks. Before leaving your car for even a short period of time: 1) Remove all valuables, 2) Lock your doors. 3) Take your wallets, purses, backpacks, keys, key fobs, cell phones, and electronics with you. Read article for more details.

Getting there

Fort Point is located at the south anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge at the end of Marine Drive on the Presidio of San Francisco. By car take Highway 101 N or S, exit at the Golden Gate Bridge toll plaza at south end of bridge. From S turn right at end of exit ramp, or from N go straight on Merchant Drive. Turn left onto Lincoln Boulevard. Take a left onto Long Avenue and follow onto Marine Drive.

Weather & when to go

Fort Point is typically cold and windy throughout the year. Fog is especially common in the summer months. Come prepared with layers and windbreakers for maximum comfort.

Visitor center

Fort Point

Visitor center

Fort Point National Historic Site — The days in which Fort Point is open varies throughout the year. Fall through Spring the fort is generally open Friday through Sunday. During the summer season the fort is open 5 days a week most years. The timing of the shift in days is not consistent from year to year but generally occurs in…

Visitor center

Fort Point National Historic Site

Facilities on the park map

2 restroom, 3 visitor information.

History

Opened

1970

Heritage status

Listed heritage / protected status

Heritage status

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

• Park opened