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  1. Alcatraz Island ( / ˈælkəˌtræz /) is a small island 1.25 miles (2.01 km) offshore from San Francisco, California, United States. [1] The island was developed in the mid-19th century with facilities for a lighthouse, a military fortification, and a military prison. In 1934, the island was converted into a federal prison, Alcatraz Federal ...

    • 1934; 89 years ago
  2. NPS. Alcatraz Island Map. This is a general map of the island showing various structures. For your safety, please listen to the announcements at the dock, since various areas of the island are closed to the public depending on the season. Open the PDF of the Island map by clicking here.

  3. MAP KEY. Audio Tour start. Restroom. Bird viewing area (seasonal) Gardens. Cellhouse Path New Industries Building Path Water Tower. Agave Trail (seasonal closures) North. Officers’ Club.

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  4. Feb 28, 2024 · The 3-D map could help local leaders track the effects of climate change on the San Francisco Bay Area. It could also allow National Park Service officials to visualize potential flooding...

  5. Oct 8, 2021 · NPS. Alcatraz Island Map. This is a general map of the island showing various structures. For your safety, please listen to the announcements at the dock, since various areas of the island are closed to the public depending on the season. Open the PDF of the Island map by clicking here.

  6. Mar 6, 2011 · Alcatraz from the Bay 2012 annetta (Atlas Obscura User) Alcatraz, also referred to as “The Rock,” is rich in American history, more so than most people realize. It is the home of the oldest ...

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  8. 2 days ago · Alcatraz Island, also known as ‘The Rock,’ a rocky island in San Francisco Bay, off the coast of California, in the United States. From 1934 to 1963, a facility on the island served as a federal prison for some of the most dangerous civilian prisoners. Learn more about the history of Alcatraz Island here.

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