Getting to Golden Gate Park by Car

Golden Gate Park is accessible by a wide range of transportation options, including by car. There is currently a car-free route through the park, but much of the park remains accessible by automobile.

Where is the car-free route?

The car-free route runs from Stanyan Street at the east end of the park to Ocean Beach and the Great Highway at the west end. The east end of the route includes portions of the JFK Promenade and Conservatory Drive; the west end of the route includes Overlook Drive, Middle Drive, and portions of MLK Drive.

Car-free route map:

Map of Golden Gate Park highlighting car-free zones including JFK Promenade and western park roads. Text description of these routes is provided above. Opens in new window

Streets Open to Cars:

Map of Golden Gate Park showing all current automobile access roads. A detailed text version of these open streets follows below. Opens in new window

Can I drive through the park?

Yes. Traveling north or south, drivers can use Transverse Drive, Chain of Lakes Drive, and 25th Ave/Crossover Drive/19th Ave/Park Presidio. Traveling within the park to destinations is allowed on:

Note: Paratransit vehicles are permitted to enter the Music Concourse at 8th Avenue and Fulton.

How do I drive to my favorite spots in the park?

Getting to the Museums, Japanese Tea Garden and Music Concourse

Visit the Getting to the Music Concourse page for more information.

Getting to Blue Heron Lake Boathouse

Getting to the Polo Field

Getting to the Beach Chalet Soccer Fields

Where can I park?


Music Concourse Garage: An 800-space underground lot with direct access to museums and gardens. North entrance at 10th Ave/Fulton; South entrance at MLK Dr/Concourse Dr. Open daily 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Street Parking: Approximately 4,700 spaces are available along roadways throughout the park.

Accessible Parking Locations:

Accessible Parking Map:

Map of Golden Gate Park showing all ADA accessible parking spaces as of October 2024. A text list of these locations is provided above. Opens in new window

Accessibility Questions? Visit our Accessibility Questions page for more information on resources in Golden Gate Park.