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Fort Point Now Open 3 Days a Week

The fort is now open Friday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM. Closed on Monday through Thursday.

Welcome to Fort Point National Historic Site!

From its vantage point overlooking the spectacular Golden Gate, Fort Point protected San Francisco harbor from Confederate & foreign attack during & after the U.S. Civil War. Its beautifully arched casemates display the art of the master brick mason from the Civil War period.

 
Volunteers assist park staff in numerous activities, from visitor information to habitat restoration.

Volunteers-In-Parks

Volunteers-In-Parks show their support by donating valuable time that allows park staff to run a number of programs that would be impractical or impossible without volunteer assistance. To explore the possibilities for donating time as a volunteer, please contact the park's Volunteer Program manager.
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Spanish Coat of Arms

Presidio of San Francisco

Explore the history of the Presidio of San Francisco, former military base.
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Civil War Re-enactor at Fort Point

Civil War Re-enactors at Fort Point

Join the American Civil War Association as they bring Fort Point to life with period uniforms, military music, talks and demonstrations. Saturday January 30 and Sunday January 31, 10 am to 5 pm. Activities include cannon and rifle demonstrations and talks on soldier life.
 
Official Park Maps, Brochures, & Guides

Official Park Maps, Brochures, & Guides

To find out more about the Golden Gate National Parks or to obtain your free copy of our park maps, guides, and/or brochures, feel free to browse our online collection.
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Fort Point National Historic Site
Fort Mason, Building 201
San Francisco, California 94123

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(415) 556-1693

Climate

Fort Point is cold and windy most of the time. You can probably count on the temperature being at least 10 degrees cooler that the current listing below. Spring and Fall generally offer the best weather. Dress warmly for your visit, with layers of clothing.
Communities Surrounding Fort Point National Historic Site
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
San Francisco, CA (11 min. ) Pop. 776,733
Sausalito, CA (13 min. ) Pop. 7,330
Corte Madera, CA (15 min. )
Greenbrae, CA (16 min. )
San Quentin, CA (17 min. )
Daly City, CA (18 min. ) Pop. 103,621
Larkspur, CA (18 min. ) Pop. 12,014
Mill Valley, CA (18 min. ) Pop. 13,600
Kentfield, CA (19 min. ) Pop. 6,351
Ross, CA (20 min. )
 San Rafael, CA (20 min. ) Pop. 56,063
Emeryville, CA (22 min. ) Pop. 6,882
Brisbane, CA (23 min. ) Pop. 3,597
South San Francisco, CA (23 min. ) Pop. 60,552
Oakland, CA (25 min. ) Pop. 399,484
Albany, CA (27 min. ) Pop. 16,444
Berkeley, CA (28 min. ) Pop. 102,743
Richmond, CA (30 min. ) Pop. 99,216
Stinson Beach, CA (30 min. ) Pop. 751