Fort Point National Historic Site


From its vantage point overlooking the spectacular Golden Gate, Fort Point defended the San Francisco Bay following California's Gold Rush through World War II. Its beautifully arched casemates display the art of 3rd system brick masonry and interacts gracefully with the Golden Gate Bridge.

Fort Point is located at the south anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge at the end of Marine Drive on the Presidio of San Francisco. By car take Highway 101 N or S, exit at the Golden Gate Bridge toll plaza at south end of bridge. From S turn right at end of exit ramp, or from N go straight on Merchant Drive. Turn left onto Lincoln Boulevard. Take a left onto Long Avenue and follow onto Marine Drive.

  • Arts and Culture
  • Theater
  • Fishing
  • Living History
  • Historic Weapons Demonstration
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits

  • Architecture and Building
  • African American Heritage
  • Forts
  • Maritime
  • Coastal Defenses
  • Maritime - Military
  • Lighthouses
  • Ships and Shipwrecks
  • Military
  • Artillery
  • US Army
  • Wars and Conflicts
  • Civil War
  • World War II
  • Scenic Views

Fort Point from Marine Drive

Fort Point with visitors approaching on road in front and Golden Gate Bridge above.

Fort Point offers stunning views from under the south end of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Fort Point Sunset View

Golden sunset light on the roof of Fort Point with Golden Gate Bridge and bay behind.

Visitors can enjoy winter sunsets from the top of Fort Point.

Brick Casemates

Arched red brick casemates extend into the distance at Fort Point.

Fort Point is known for its masterful masonry work.

Civil War Days at Fort Point

A cannon stands in front of Civil War re-enactors talking to the public.

Visitors can interact with Civil War re-enactors twice in January and August at the Fort.

Fort Point Lighthouse

View of Fort Point lighthouse through red brick arches

Fort Point has a historic lighthouse mounted on its top.