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Elk Glen Picnic Area

Tourist attraction Park

Tree-lined meadow in Golden Gate Park used for picnics, recreational sports & all-around relaxing. People often mention area, picnic,


Address

1017 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, San Francisco, CA 94122

Website

sfrecpark.org

Contact

(415) 831-5500

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (76 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 5 AM to 12 AM
  • Saturday: 5 AM to 12 AM
  • Sunday: 5 AM to 12 AM
  • Monday: 5 AM to 12 AM
  • Tuesday: 5 AM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 5 AM to 12 AM
  • Thursday: 5 AM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: area (6) picnic (6)
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  • 5/5 Dusan J. 1 year ago on Google
    Definitely go there earlier, especially on holidays, since there are not a lot of spots for BBQ in the area. Overall, beautiful nature
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  • 4/5 Claudia V. 3 years ago on Google
    It’s a very nice area to picnic. It’s pretty popular. The tables are in the shade under big trees, so a bit cold. If you want sun you’ll have to sit in the grass. It can get a little busy as it’s very easy to get to, just off the side of the main road. No bathrooms nearby by. You’ll have to walk a bit to find a restroom.

  • 5/5 Wendy H. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a wonderful picnic area. It's in a nice quiet part of the park. It's rarely super busy and there are a lot of hiking trails that can be easily accessed. There are a couple of picnic tables and grills there for public use. You can reserve them through the GG Park website

  • 4/5 Kathy H. 2 years ago on Google
    I have to assume this is the spot we stopped at in Golden Gate Park. If you haven't been to the Park you really should make a point to visit. So much to see. People everywhere, lots of smiles. The parking can present a problem so be ready to walk a little (not a big deal!).

  • 5/5 George N. 2 years ago on Google
    You can't complain about a nice spot to lay out a blanket and lay out on the grass!

  • 4/5 Kiam C. 2 years ago on Google
    A quiet trail winds around the lake and leads to several picturesque spots.

  • 2/5 Anand B. 5 years ago on Google
    Saw picnic area on Google maps, wanted to do a quick lunch in Golden Gate park, but I am sure there are better places. There are tables. But not much for views. In a city this beautiful there are better places to be found.

  • 5/5 John MacKenzie S. 3 years ago on Google
    Place of rest. Garden of Eden.

  • 5/5 Augusto M. 3 years ago on Google
    I stop by here for lunch or just to reflect on nature in SF's equivalent of Central park. There's lots of birds, turtles and big fish!

  • 5/5 Sona H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great spot to have kids and adults outdoor Birthday parties 🥳. Cake made by a talented local cake master Yana ❤

  • 5/5 Y M. 1 year ago on Google
    Restrooms are 10-15 minutes walking distance from picnic area

  • 5/5 Jesse James J. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful area with overgrown foliage. Great place for a picnic with the family.


Call (415) 831-5500 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance

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