Fort Point National Historic Site
National Historic Site · CA
Caution · Auto-Theft Warning - Only Bring What You Need to the Park
You can prevent vehicle break-ins in parking lots and scenic overlooks. Before leaving your car for even a short period of time: 1) Remove all valuables, 2) Lock your doors. 3) Take your wallets, purses, backpacks, keys, key fobs, cell phones, and electronics with you. Read article for more details.
More informationCaution · Spare the Air Alert: Fire Restrictions in Effect October 3 – 4
NO campfires, beach fires, or outdoor grills are allowed in park when the Bay Area Air Quality Management District declares a Spare the Air Day. Your compliance reduces pollution and improves air quality. See Recreational Fires webpage for more details about universal fire regulations in the park.
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From its vantage point overlooking the spectacular Golden Gate, Fort Point defended the San Francisco Bay following California's Gold Rush through World War II. Its beautifully arched casemates display the art of 3rd system brick masonry and interacts gracefully with the Golden Gate Bridge.
- NPS site
- nps.gov/fopo
- Location
- Fort Point National Historic Site (37.808, -122.474)
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- Fort Point National Historic Site
Hours
Fort Point National Historic Sitetoday: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sat Oct 310:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sun Oct 410:00AM - 5:00PM
- Mon Oct 510:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tue Oct 6Closed
- Wed Oct 7Closed
- Thu Oct 810:00AM - 5:00PM
- Fri Oct 910:00AM - 5:00PM
Upcoming closures: Nov 26 (Thanksgiving)
The days in which Fort Point is open varies throughout the year. Fall through Spring the fort is generally open Friday through Sunday. During the summer season the fort is open 5 days a week most years. The timing of the shift in days is not consistent from year to year but generally occurs in October and May. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Visit our web site for current open days.
Hours are retrieved from the National Park Service and can change without notice — check the official site before you go.
Visitor centers
1
- Fort Point National Historic Sitetoday: 10:00AM - 5:00PMDirections
Self-guided tours
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Fort Point: Guardian of the Gate1–2 hours · 8 stops
Learn about Fort Point's service to the nation. Its powerful guns, massive walls, and determined soldiers stood vigilant and served as a deterrent to any would be aggressor.
Entrance fees
No entrance fee.
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