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Leisure hiking trails
Where I go for a nice simple stroll through nature.
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Favorite San Francisco Places
I love San Fran and have been there 4+ times, we do something different everytime.…
Fort Cronkhite
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11 reviews for Fort Cronkhite
11 reviews in English
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Review from Mercy D.
11/29/2011
OK I'll be honest. My destination was supposed to be "The Land's End" hiking trail in SF, but somehow my GPS navigated us to a random trail in the Golden Gate National Recreational Park area on the Marin side instead. I'd never been to either areas so I took my chances, decided to go with the flow and continued to follow the route that GPS was taking us. Well, eventually we ended up at Fort Cronkhite - and guess what - we discovered a nice little beach (Rodeo Beach) and a great hiking trail!
If you follow the coastal hike trail up the hill (past Rodeo beach), you discover amazing views of the ocean and Fort Cronkhite. You also run into old bunkers that you can explore to your heart's content and other creepy looking cement-walled rooms that have been invaded by graffiti artists. Don't feel like using your feet? Bring your mountain bike! There's a lot of uphills so it could be a good place for some uphill biking training.
Overall, this was a GREAT place for a nice moderate hike and even some quiet contemplation, if needed. There's also a couple of perfect spots for a bit of meditation or yoga if you're into that kind of thing. -
Review from teresa k.
8/26/2011
beautiful area, got to see the nike missle area even though it was closed.
beach access with great parking in a sheltered cove
beautiful area, worth driving through the 5min red light tunnel and back for the fantastic views.Listed in: Favorite San Francisco Places
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Review from parichehr t.
Sausalito, CA
12/1/2011
I so enjoy living in the headlands and having this as my backyard. The sunsets are KILLER. I also enjoy watching a lot of the guys surfing and of course all the hiking trails.
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Review from Eric B.
4/29/2011
Fort Cronkhite was Established in 1937 on 800 acres of land that is right next to Rodeo Beach. The Marine Mammal Center (and their nice new facility) is also located here. So are lots of WWII vintage military base-related buildings.
This facility was named for Maj. Gen. Adelbert Cronkhite, who commanded the 80th Division during World War I. No period guns or carriages are in place, but you can visit places like old Battery Towsley and the Nike Missile sites during some limited dates and times. Also available nearby is a walk on Rodeo Beach, lots of area hiking, and more great views. -
Review from Heather C.
San Francisco, CA
7/18/2010 9 photos
Very cool place to hike.
We walked up the hill and took some turns and we ended up at Battery Alexander, which was super cool. They had old bunkers still there, showers, bathrooms and what could have possibly been a dining area. All of these places are locked but you can slip through between the metal bars at the windows if you want. There's also an old missile site, which to me was super cool. There are little things you can read that tell you about the history of the sites.
The views were beautiful and being able to see things that were used in the past was really wonderful. I love reading and seeing things that were used back in the days. The hike around this area was the best hike I've ever been on. Next hike is Hill 88! =)Listed in: VISIT US because Heather…
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Review from Marcus K.
San Rafael, CA
8/21/2010 1 Check-in Here
On a sunny day this place is gorgeous. Incredible for the ocean views, fun to watch the surfers, great for a picnic, nice to hike or just to chill.
Facilities includes free parking and restrooms. It really needs a snack shop. -
Review from John P.
Los Angeles, CA
8/8/2009
Sigi the Dog did not poop here.
She didn't because she's not allowed on any of the trails. Drag. Love this place though, and we did do some clambering on the old ramparts and enjoy the view. Used to love it more when I was a kid, but the view is worth it and I love the tunnel route. -
Review from jazzy l.
San Francisco, CA
12/28/2010 2 photos
Love the name of this FORT but not as picturesque as i hoped it would be.
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Review from Ashley E.
Sausalito, CA
1/13/2011
I love coming here; have been here several times with my friend to go hiking; great views of the beach; once you get up in the hills, you have fabulous views of the ocean, and the city; also can hear the bouys at sea; on clear days you can see Bolinas and Point Reyes, as well as the Golden Gate Bridge, San Fran, and Point Bonita lighthouse in the opposite direction. I love it here.
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Review from Kaethe S.
Point Richmond, CA
10/15/2010 2 Check-ins Here
Great spot in the Marin Headlands for walking on the beach, surfing (if Whities don't worry you) and watching the crash of the surf against the point. I like it... love it, want more of it!
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Review from Karen C.
San Francisco, CA
10/28/2005
You're at home in SF and want to go on a good, quick hike without having to deal with driving far, traffic, people...the usual downsides of getting away. Fort Cronkhite (at Rodeo Beach) is a great one -- just over GG Bridge in the Marin Headlands. I start out the hike by checking out the surfers, saying hello to the various Bambis on my way up, make my way thru the fog and into the sunshine of "Hill 88".
