San Francisco, CA
Update ListingOn the South Bay, Baker Beach is ideal for picnicking, sunning, walking, or fishing against the backdrop of the Golden Gate (though pollution makes your catch not necessarily worthy of eating).
Jeff Chiu / AP

Can be cold & windy
Posted by Chowhound from Berkeley, CA on April 23, 2007
Great spot, if you come prepared. facilities are minimal, as they should be. this is a beach, not an amusement park!
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