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Marin Headlands & Battery Spencer

ExploreSausalito, North Bay4.7/5

About This Place

Dramatic coastal headlands with the best Golden Gate Bridge viewpoints in the Bay Area. Kids love exploring abandoned military batteries and bunkers. Battery Spencer offers an easy quarter-mile walk to stunning bridge photos.

Info

Age Range

5-8, 8-12

Venue Type

Outdoor

Price Level

Free

Best Time

Clear mornings for fog-free bridge views; September-October best weather

Parking

Free parking at Battery Spencer lot and Hawk Hill. Limited spaces.

Tips

Battery Spencer is the easiest viewpoint with a short walk. Hawk Hill offers 360-degree views but is a steeper climb. Exercise caution on old concrete batteries.

Stroller Friendly--Changing Station--Dining On Site--Reservation Needed--

Tags

scenicgolden-gate-bridgehikingmilitary-historyviewpoint
Official Website

Location

Sausalito, North BayGet Directions

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