Mori Point

Best Season to Visit winter spring summer fall
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Venture into this Golden Gate National Park, and experience rustic coastland and more developed beach areas.

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Attractions
  • The Beach!
  • Great views from grassy bluffs.
  • Beautiful wildflowers in spring.
  • Freedom in your trek - as per Golden Gate Recreation Areas, trails are made where visitors want to go. There are no formal trails with names. The area is small and clear enough so that getting "lost" is not likely.
  • Beautiful flora and fauna of the wetlands between the golf course and levee.
  • Wildlife include squirrels; various birds including sea gulls, sandpipers, and ducks; endangered San Francisco garter snake (with red stripe); threatened red-legged frog; there are plenty of fish to be caught at the local pier.
  • A bike path/route runs along the perimeter of the golf course (North of Mori Point) and continues South of Mori Point to shops and restaurants, if you're looking to make a long wheeled excursion (see below).
  • A levee divides the shallow sandy beach and Sharp Park / Sharp Park Municipal Golf Course. With a road atop it, it serves as a safe and easy path for enjoying a view of the ocean without worrying about breaking waves.
Limitations
  • Dogs are allowed on leash. No dogs allowed in the golf course (if you decide to make a short cut through the park).
  • Bicycles OK on main road/levee/bike path only.
  • No smoking
  • Stay away from the sides of the main road when near trees, to avoid poison oak (didn't see any on the bluffs)! Wear long pants and socks to avoid ticks when hiking on bluff at Mori Point.
  • No trails are marked at Mori Point, in the spirit of Golden Gate National Recreation Areas. Communicate clearly with travel partners about meeting places and times, if you split up. Walk carefully near the coast cliffs. Try to use a trail that was previously made. Bring an emergency whistle if you plan to hike alone.
  • Fog is common at Mori Point. Dress in layers.
Access

There are no handicapped-specific accomodations. The fire road and levee may be suitable for a wheelchair, although both are bumpy. Access from Sharp Park Beach has bathrooms and handicapped parking.

Recommended Routes
RouteDistanceSurfaceTransportTerrainFacilitiesExtras
Mori Point Road to Levee to Bike Path 6 (mi) fine gravel coarse gravel jogging stroller child-carrier flat bathrooms benches meadow, field, or tarmac Picnic Tables dog-friendly bikes biking with children Water Play
Mori Point Road and bluffs 1.5 (mi) fine gravel coarse gravel child-carrier flat rolling steep dog-friendly