One of the world’s most beautiful cities, San Francisco has it all for runners. Views. Ocean. Hills. Paths. Trails. Good Weather. Variety. Accessibility. For the runner who wants to experience some of the greatest urban running and incredible trails within a stone’s throw of the city, our guide to running in San Francisco should be on your running bucket list.
The highlight of San Francisco running is the trail from the Embarcadero, over Fort Mason, along Crissy Field and toward the Golden Gate Bridge. Running across the Golden Gate bridge and out to some of the view points is another must-do. Other spectacular runs include Golden Gate Park, Ocean Beach, and some fun urban hill running. Trail runners and those seeking a running adventure should experience the Marin Headlands adjacent to the Golden Gate Bridge. And for those who like hills, well…
Note that San Francisco weather can be cool and changeable. A fog can roll in at any time. Bring layers–even in summer! Note that San Francisco is part of the ‘Bay Area’. We have developed comprehensive guides for running in Silicon Valley, between San Francisco Airport and San Jose, for San Jose, and for the East Bay – Oakland, Berkeley, and area.
Running in Silicon Valley Running in the East Bay East Bay (Oakland-Berkeley)
