Ecology Trail

This path took me from the historic Main Post into a deep forest of redwoods and pines. I loved seeing the Spire art installation poking through the trees. It’s amazing how the city noise just vanishes once you’re under the canopy. It’s a gentle, shaded walk that connects the city’s military history with its beautiful natural recovery.

A beautifully preserved woodland in the bustling city. Great place to get fresh air. Limited parking nearby.

Really nice views on this trail. There is no one path that you can walk on, instead the trail weaves between different points in the Presidio. You can walk towards the main parade grounds, the presidio wall playground and the inspiration point view point. The trail is mildly hilly, but the views make it worth it. It's not too strenuous and not too long overall.

So lovely. Spring flowers are in bloom (3rd week of April 2023).

The views of Alcatraz are stellar. The paths are well maintained, and wander through several biomes making for an exciting walk. Find shade when it gets too warm and sun when it's chilly. A perfect spot for running, hiking, or nature walking. Expect to see red tail hawks. There is 4 hour parking, and a bathroom across the parking lot to the west in the golf course club. Just enter the main doors and make an immediate left. The only drawback is that there are many dog walkers who sometimes don't keep the dogs under control. I've been jumped on more times than I can count. Lost a good pair of leggings to one zealously friendly mutt.