"Golden Gate Park is basically San Francisco's backyard - except this backyard has windmills, roller discos, and no annoying neighbors. I love that you can bike from end to end without dodging Teslas and delivery robots. With so much ground to cover, choosing the right route makes all the difference. I've spent countless rides figuring out the best ways to see it all without missing a beat. So hop on your bike and let's ride - I'll show you the best paths to take."
"I've road-tested plenty of routes, but two always deliver. JFK Way and the Overlook Way both stretch across the park at seven miles round trip, offering an effortless coast west to the ocean and a gentle but steady climb back east. It's just the right balance - easy enough to enjoy, challenging enough to feel like a ride. Start your ride"
Golden Gate Park functions as a vast urban backyard with windmills, roller discos, art installations, gardens, meadows, and diverse recreational features. Two recommended bike routes—JFK Way and the Overlook Way—run about seven miles round trip, offering an easy westward coast to the ocean and a gentle climb back east. The JFK Promenade provides a 1.5-mile car-free stretch with outdoor instruments, murals, lawn games, and rotating installations; San Franciscans voted in 2022 to keep it permanently closed to cars. Entrances at Stanyan and Haight lead riders past Kezar Drive, the Conservatory of Flowers, Skatin' Place roller disco, and nearby coffee kiosks.
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