Sunset Dunes
About This Spot
San Francisco's newest and most ambitious park — 2 miles of car-free oceanfront along the former Upper Great Highway. Opened April 2025, it's already become a favorite for families biking, walking, scootering, and just hanging out by the ocean. Native dune plantings, interpretive signs about Ohlone history, and wide-open space make it feel like a different city. The largest pedestrianization project in SF history.
What to Expect
Parent Tips
Bring bikes, scooters, or skateboards — 2 miles of flat, car-free pavement is kid paradise. It can get windy and foggy, so layer up. No restrooms along most of the stretch yet, so plan accordingly. The views on clear days are incredible. Great for all ages — babies in strollers, toddlers on trikes, big kids on bikes. Connects to Ocean Beach at the north end.
Local Insider Tips
Family Reviews
"Kid paradise! Two miles of car-free oceanfront where my kids can bike safely. Nothing like this anywhere else."
— Outer Sunset parent
"Amazing on clear days - views of the Pacific, kids on scooters, families everywhere. Feels like a completely different city."
— SF parent
"Finally, a place where I don't have to worry about cars. My toddler can run free while older kids bike ahead."
— Local parent
Quick Info
Open daily, sunrise to sunset
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