West of the trail, just north of Edgewood, you'll find the Filoli estate. Take a hike along its scenic trail along the headlands for over 10 miles. Start at Point Lobos, at the end of Point Lobos Avenue, near Sutro Baths at the Pacific Ocean, and hike the coastline all the way to the Golden Gate Bridge. Continue on the PIER 39 for great views of the Bay, Alcatraz and Angel Island, plus ferry cruises, attractions, shopping, dining and to see the colony of sea lions playing on the west end of the pier. Summertime opens up the swimming lagoon and beach area.
Campgrounds are open in the summer and on weekends and holidays.
A concession rents canoes and paddleboats in the summer months. Picnic tables interspersed among groves of trees invite individuals and groups to enjoy the peaceful park areas in good weather, which is most of the time. Howarth Park has wonderful attractions for children. Western Town and the playground can keep kids happy for hours while their parents enjoy sitting under the trees or lounging on the lawn areas. Picnicking and barbecuing are made easy with ample facilities.