Outdoor Activities Guide for San Francisco Kids

Families can enjoy the outdoors in San Francisco and the Bay Area all year round, with outdoor adventures and activities from hiking through parks and scenic beaches, tidepooling, redwood trees, and amazing playgrounds.
Outdoor Adventures for Bay Area Families
Hike amongst iconic landmarks. Photo courtesy of Nicole Findlay
Family-Friendly Urban Hikes in San Francisco
Kiddos will love the arched drum bridge. Japanese Tea Garden photo by Nicole Findlay
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Head to Medford for pumpkin picking at Johnson's Corner Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm
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Pick the perfect pumpkin at one of these local patches.
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Enjoy the easy walking paths and the beautiful foliage along the Chester Creek Trail. Photo courtesy of the Chester Creek Trail
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Enjoy picking and other family-friendly activities at Linvilla Orchard. Photo courtesy of the orchard
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Our top picks for pick-your-own apples near Philly.
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Located next to Dutch Wonderland, this campground is a great “first camping” experience for young kids. Photo courtesy of Dutch Wonderland
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Enjoy a trip through scenic Chester County. Photo courtesy of Northbrook Canoe Company.
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