San Francisco Car Rental and Angel Island
Want to see San Francisco from a different perspective? Then grab your friends and catch the ferry to Angel Island. The largest island in San Francisco Bay, Angel Island offers spectacular views of the San Francisco skyline, as well as the Marin County Headlands and Mount Tamalpais. The island, which is occupied entirely by Angel Island State Park, is a great place for afternoon excursions, family picnics and rigorous hikes. Don't believe us? Then check it out for yourself during your upcoming San Francisco car rental vacation - you won't be disappointed.
How to get to the island
San Francisco car rental travelers can get to Angel Island in a number of ways. The most common route is via the Tiburon Ferry which runs daily service to the Island at 10am (during the winter). San Francisco car rental travelers can also check out the San Francisco Ferry (Blue and Golf Fleet) for extended service to the island. During the summer months, the Alameda/Oakland Ferry shuttles travelers to the island on weekends and holidays, but only until early October. Private trips to the island can be booked through Hornblower Cruises and aboard the ISS Potomac.
Don't go before you've taken the tour
Angel Island is home to a number of historic sites and buildings, many of which are highlighted in tours by the Island's State Park Volunteers. Tours of Angel Island are offered most weekends during the peak season. Highlights of the tour include an in depth look at the Immigration Station (from 1910 to 1940 approximately one million immigrants entered the US via Angel Island) as well as remaining military garrison buildings.
Get active on the Island
San Francisco car rental travelers are invited to get active during their visit to Angel Island. Over 13 miles of foot trails and fire road circles are available for hikers and joggers on the island, many of which feature breathtaking views of the bay. There are also challenging trails that lead straight to the top of Mount Livermore (a 788-foot high summit). San Francisco car rental travelers should have no problem locating the main trails on the island as they are well-marked and designed to avoid most hazards. For the best views on the island, Super Cheap San Francisco car rental recommends taking the Northridge/Sunset Loop trail to Mount Livermore. To access the beach, follow the Perimeter Road. Maps of hiking and biking trails are available at the island's ferry ports during tourist season.
Other recreational activities
Once you've had a chance to explore the island's hiking and biking resources, Super Cheap recommends taking advantage of some of the other available recreational activities. If you're a fan of volleyball, head over to Ayala Cove next to the Draw Site picnic area. Another net is located at the East Garrison as well. Wanna play ball? San Francisco car rental travelers will find a baseball diamond located at Fort McDowell that's perfect for an afternoon pickup game. Picnicking, photography and fishing and also extremely popular on the island, as well as camping.
Make your way to the island
San Francisco car rental traveler are welcome on Angle Island from 8am to sunset all year long. If you have questions about the island's amenities or facilities, please feel free to contact the Angel Island Ranger Office at 415-435-5390. San Francisco car rental travelers can also learn more about the Angel Island State Park by visiting the official California State Parks website at www.parks.ca.gov. To reserve a group picnic or camping area, please call toll free 1-800-444-7275. You haven't seen San Francisco until you've seen it from the top of Angel Island's highest peak, so what are you waiting for? Enjoy this amazing natural attraction during your upcoming San Francisco car rental vacation.
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