Candlestick Point State Recreation Area

About Candlestick Point State Recreation Area

California's first urban state park, on the bay in San Francisco's Bayview-Hunters Point neighbourhood. Accessible trails, birding, kayaking and picnicking on reclaimed shoreline.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🚲 Biking
• 🛶 Paddling
• 🏊 Swimming
• 🎣 Fishing
• ⛵ Boating
• 🐦 Birding
• 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

• 🚻 Restrooms
• ♿ Accessible Facilities
• 🌞 Day Use Only

Hours

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Upcoming events at Candlestick Point State Recreation Area

• Kite By The BaySep 12, 2026 · 1:00 PM

Event details and registration are on the California State Parks calendar.

🎒 Gear up for Candlestick Point State Recreation Area

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Kayaks
• Fishing rods
• Binoculars
• Hiking boots
• Bike helmets
• Water shoes
• Life jackets
• Handheld GPS
• Bug spray
• Paddleboards
• Dry bags
• Tackle kits
• Spotting scopes
• Bird guides

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Nearby state parks

• San Bruno Mountain State Park
• Thornton State Beach
• Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
• Pacifica State Beach
• McLaughlin Eastshore State Park State Seashore
• Angel Island State Park