I have spent many a weekend afternoon relaxing at fort mason - its a great place to take a book and a blanket and just enjoy being outdoors. Watch out though, if its a nice day, it will get crowded with friends throwing balls or frisbees, sometimes kites, and definitely a dog or too. Its a fun community area with a great view. Its placed just on top of a hill, so you have a panoramic view of the bay and golden gate bridge. A great place for a picnic, although the hilly location can also get windy, so bring a jacket!
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