Beaches in the San Francisco Bay Area

Updated: July 15, 2004

From China Beach to Stinson, get outside with a day of surf, sun and sand.

On this page:Beaches, Outdoor Eats and Drinks.

Beaches

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended China Beach
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    Sea Cliff Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121 (map)

    A small, secluded oasis--and the only one in San Francisco that's safe for swimming.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Point Reyes National Seashore
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    79 Bear Valley Rd, Olema, CA 94956 (map)

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Stinson Beach
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    Hwy 1, Stinson Beach, CA 94970 (map)

    Swimmer-friendly seas, sands that stretch for miles and a neighboring picnic heaven make it the Bay's liveliest beach.

Outdoor Eats and Drinks

  1. 4 3 Star Rating: Average Beach Chalet Brewery & Restaurant
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    1000 Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94121 (map)

  2. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Sam's Anchor Cafe
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    27 Main St, Tiburon, CA 94920 (map)

  3. 6 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Pelican Inn
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    10 Pacific Way, Muir Beach, CA 94965 (map)