The Golden Gate Overlook offers park visitors a unique view of one of the world's greatest landmarks, the Golden Gate Bridge. It is located at the convergence of three major park trails, the state-wide California Coastal Trail, regional Bay Area Ridge Trail, and international Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail.

 

The Overlook is orientated to showcase the two towers of the Bridge in alignment, and its design reflects adjacent military fortifications. Opened in May 2012 as the Golden Gate Bridge celebrated its 75th anniversary, the overlook reflects the majesty of its setting and offers visitors spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Marin Headlands.

The Golden Gate Overlook was made possible by a lead challenge match grant from the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund and matching funds from the S.D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation and the California State Coastal Conservancy.