Places to Paddle - Where To Paddle Board In San Francisco

San Francisco, fondly referred to as the City by the Bay, is in fact surrounded on three sides by water. With endless opportunities to launch a paddleboard from coves, parks, piers and beaches, it's no wonder why SF is considered an ultimate paddling destination. That said, there are so many great places to paddle around the city, deciding where to paddle board in San Francisco can actually become quite difficult.

To help with this, we’ve compiled just a few of our favorite places to paddle from around the city. Like all places you paddle, safety is paramount. Be sure to check the weather report and the tides before heading out, and make sure you have a personal floatation device and your SUP leash secured before hitting the water. Once out, remain aware of your surroundings and remember that the water is also there for wildlife, boats, and other paddle boarders.

While it’s not always easy to know where to paddle board in San Francisco, one of the best things about the Bay is that it’s a great year-round destination. Mild winter weather makes it the perfect excursion on a clear day and in the summer you might find it foggier than in the cooler months.