National parks near San Francisco

Closest first

The list shows up to 10 closest parks within 500 miles; if none are within that range, it shows the 3 nearest overall. Distances are straight-line miles from the city center to approximate park coordinates. Drive times are rough estimates based on distance, not live routing; ferry, traffic, road closures, and seasonal access can change a trip. Confirm routes and current conditions with the National Park Service before you go. Open the app for parks near wherever you are right now.

• 1 Pinnacles · California · 30+ trails · $30 / vehicle112 mi · ~2.5 hr drive estimate
• 2 Yosemite · California · 800+ trails · $35 / vehicle157 mi · ~3.5 hr drive estimate
• 3 Lassen Volcanic · California · 150+ trails · $30 / vehicle194 mi · ~4 hr drive estimate
• 4 Kings Canyon · California · 800+ trails · $35 / vehicle221 mi · ~4.5 hr drive estimate
• 5 Sequoia · California · 800+ trails · $35 / vehicle226 mi · ~4.5 hr drive estimate
• 6 Redwood · California · 200+ trails · Free258 mi · ~5.5 hr drive estimate
• 7 Channel Islands · California · 35+ trails · Free309 mi · ferry or flight required
• 8 Death Valley · California · 785+ trails · $30 / vehicle327 mi · ~7 hr drive estimate
• 9 Crater Lake · Oregon · 18+ trails · $30 / vehicle358 mi · ~7.5 hr drive estimate
• 10 Great Basin · Nevada · 58+ trails · Free448 mi · ~9.5 hr drive estimate

Planning a trip from San Francisco

By our rough distance-based estimate, Pinnacles, Yosemite, Lassen Volcanic, Kings Canyon, Sequoia, Redwood are within about six hours by road. Actual travel times vary; check a current route and reserve campsites or lodging ahead in peak season.

Each park page covers popular trails, camping, entrance fees, and the best time to visit. In ParkAtlas, the home screen shows unvisited parks within reach of your current location and lets you log the one you pick.