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Founded in 1981, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy is a nonprofit cooperating association that supports park stewardship and conservation in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area—the most visited national park in the U.S.
Stretched across more than 82,000 acres north and south of the Golden Gate Bridge, these parks also constitute one of the world’s largest national parks in an urban setting. They feature: 37 distinct park sites, from Muir Woods National Monument to Fort Point National Historic Site to Alcatraz Island.
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The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy supports some of the Bay Area’s most iconic places — Muir Woods, Crissy Field, Alcatraz, the Marin Headlands, Stinson Beach, Lands End, the Presidio and 30 more beloved national park sites north and south of the Golden Gate. Learn More.
1981. Parks Conservancy established, first called the Golden Gate National Parks Association. 1982. Began operation of interpretive sales areas at park visitor centers to raise funds for park projects and programs. 1983. Launched Black Point Battery restoration, the first major project of its kind for the Conservancy.
Stretching across nearly 84,000 acres and three counties, the Golden Gate National Parks include the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument, and Fort Point National Historic Site.
Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy 201 Fort Mason | San Francisco, CA 94123 Phone: (415) 561-3000 | Fax: (415) 561-3003 The Parks Conservancy is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit under EIN 94-2781708. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable under the law.
Stretching across nearly 84,000 acres and three counties, the Golden Gate National Parks include the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument, and Fort Point National Historic Site.
