Had enough of those YouTube HIIT workouts in your living room? Take your exercise outside to one of these scenic spots in San Francisco perfect for a socially-distant walk with a friend or even an intense bike ride. We guarantee it’ll be your most enjoyable sweat of quarantine.
Note from The Squadz Team: Please keep your distance from people and wear a mask whenever possible. We simply want this to be a helpful resource for families, roommates, or quarantine units to get outside and exercise responsibly.
Twin Peaks
Twin Peaks - Twin Peaks Boulevard
The second highest spot in San Francisco, Twin Peaks serve panoramic views of the entire Bay Area. Pre-pandemic, visitors could drive to the peak parking lot to enjoy spectacular views from the lookout points. Now, Twin Peaks road is closed to auto traffic and is perfect for runners, cyclists, and athletes in training. Prepare yourself for a trek and dramatic shift in elevation!
Bernal Heights Summit
Bernal Heights - Bernal Heights Boulevard
Located in sleepy Bernal Heights, Bernal Hill is known for its many canine visitors roaming the Martian-like red rocky slopes. Make your way up the spiral road to the top of Bernal Heights summit to enjoy beautiful views of the SF skyline. It can get windy up there so wear a light jacket!
Presidio Wall
Presidio Heights - Pacific Ave & Spruce St
A low stone wall separating the Presidio from the Presidio height neighborhood lies along W Pacific Ave and Pacific Avenue. Dipping and rising in elevation, running on W Pacific Ave is basically a straight shot from Mountain Lake Park to the Lyon Street Steps. This stretch is an awesome workout - just be careful of crossing the street and traffic from the golf course!
Embarcadero
South Beach/Financial District/North Beach - Oracle Park to Pier 39
The Embarcadero Waterfront spans the Northeastern edge of the San Francisco peninsula. It harbors the numerous piers along the water, including the famed Pier 39! The waterfront offers a wide walkway for pedestrians, runners, and tourists to navigate along the path from Mission Bay to Fisherman’s Wharf! Take in the sights as you traverse what once was a highway for city commuters before the 1989 earthquake. Great for biking too with its dedicated bike lanes!
North SF Waterfront Run
Fisherman’s Wharf/Marina/Presidio - Aquatic Park Cove to Fort Point
Here’s a great route for people who love to run along the water! Start at Aquatic Cove Beach at the edge of Fisherman’s Wharf (near Hyde Street Pier).
Run along the beach past the Maritime museum and onto the end of Van Ness Ave. You’ll find that it no longer becomes navigable for cars, and only pedestrians and cyclists can pass.
Follow the path up the hill till it opens up into the Great Meadow at Fort Mason! Keep to the path as it turns into the sidewalk along Marina Blvd.
Run across the Marina Green and wave hello to the seafarers in Yacht Harbor. You’re now on the San Francisco Bay Trail leading into Crissy Field.
Stay on the dirt paths and avoid the paved roads meant for cyclists. Take in the restored marsh lands and head towards the large red bridge popping out of the water. Dodge the historic Warming Hut cafe and end at your final destination underneath the Golden Gate: Fort Point!
You’ve just completed a 3 mile run along some of the most beautiful parts of Northern San Francisco!
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