San Francisco Recreation and Park Department

Rental bikes expand footprint into Golden Gate Park

More than 3,000 Bay Wheels rental bicycles are now available across San Francisco.

9 months ago

McLaren Park home to city’s first dedicated tai chi court

McLaren Park is now home to San Francisco's first dedicated tai chi court.

2 years ago

San Francisco restaurants open doors to indoor diners

San Francisco restaurants are now allowed to serve indoor meals. As of Wednesday, Restaurants can reopen at 25 percent capacity…

4 years ago

SF plans ‘Learning Hubs’ to bridge education resource gaps for disadvantaged students

“It will take a village to address the wide range of learning needs for our City’s children and youth during…

4 years ago

SF public pools offer free access during Friday heatwave

Friday's scorching temperatures have prompted San Francisco officials to waive admission to seven city pools. Mid-day lap swims and lessons…

5 years ago

Potrero Hill Recreation Center shines after $5.5M renovation

The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department on Wednesday unveiled $5.5 million worth of upgrades to the Potrero Hill Recreation…

5 years ago

Series of Buena Vista Park fires worry parkgoers, nearby residents

A 45-year-old man was arrested at Buena Vista Park Saturday morning after unsuccessfully attempting to start a small fire.

5 years ago

Man trapped under fallen tree rescued

San Francisco firefighters rescued a man this afternoon after a tree reportedly fell on him in John McLaren Park.

6 years ago

Glass ban at San Francisco parks heads to vote

A plan to fine Dolores Park litters has morphed into a ban on glass beverage containers at all San Francisco…

7 years ago

Once his stage, meadow now honors Robin Williams

The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department gave its blessing to rename a meadow at Golden Gate Park after comedian…

7 years ago

City pulls plan for pricey Dolores Park permits

Following public outcry, officials suspended a permit program that allowed people to reserve lawn areas at Dolores Park.

8 years ago

11 tons of 4/20 trash cleaned up from GG Park

It cost $25,000 to clean up 11 tons of garbage in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park after Wednesday's cannabis celebration.

8 years ago

Comment period extended for Ocean Beach fire plan

The public comment period for a proposal to require permits for fires at Ocean Beach has been extended to early…

8 years ago

Mountain Lake playground set for $3.1 million makeover

The playground at Mountain Lake Park is set to undergo a much-needed extreme makeover.

9 years ago

SF mandates 25 percent cut in outdoor irrigation

The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission passed a measure Tuesday that aims to aggressively conserve water in The City.

9 years ago

Burial underway for two whales on Sharp Park Beach

The burial of two whales that turned up dead on a Pacifica beach in recent weeks began Tuesday morning and will be…

9 years ago

Renovated restrooms debut at Ocean Beach

Recreation and Park Department officials opened renovated public restrooms Friday along Ocean Beach in San Francisco.

9 years ago

Drone shoot shuts down Coit Tower

For the second day, a commercial shoot with a drone is closing Coit Tower to the public.

9 years ago

City dumps soccer permits at Mission Playground

San Francisco officials decided Thursday to stop granting permits for pay-to-play permits for adults at Mission Playground.

10 years ago

Candlestick’s free farewell draws thousands

Thousands flocked to Candlestick Park today to say goodbye to the stadium after more than 50 years of playing host…

10 years ago

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