Angel Island State Park is the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay. Hiking trails wind upward from the base to the summit where there is a 360-degree view of the Bay Area. Trails and pathways with softer inclines also circle the perimeter, and visitors can take guided tours by vehicle. The ferry ride from San Francisco is around 30 minutes and provides clear views of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. At a moderate pace the full route to the summit and back will take about three hours.

Panoramic shot of San Francisco Bay from the high vantage point of one of the hills on Angel Island
San Francisco Bay seen through a clearing in the trees
Panoramic shot San Francisco Harbour showing blue water and green bushes and trees in the foreground
Blue water of the San Francisco harbour with islands in the foreground
Grassy hills looking out onto blue water of San Francisco Bay
Blue water of the San Francisco Bay with Islands in the background