San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin Peaks. It is the gateway to a hidden gem of 70 acres of open space known as Glen Canyon, of which 60 acres is officially designated as a Significant Natural Resource Area. Much of the history of Glen Park and Glen Canyon is closely intertwined, from early open-range cattle grazing and "milch" ranches, to an explosive direct link with today's prestigious Nobel Prizes, to a radical sales gimmick for selling home lots that included just about everything from lions and bears to trick shooters and high-flying aeronauts! In addition to the area's remarkable cultural history, we'll also discover some of the highlights of the canyon's natural history as we trek through. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

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Location: San Francisco

What's Included

VoiceMap Application
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Lifetime access to The Remarkable History of San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon tour

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is there an age limit for this self-guided tour, or is it suitable for kids?

A: The Glen Park and Glen Canyon tour is definitely family-friendly! Kids would love exploring the canyon and learning about the history through the audio. Just make sure they can walk a little since there are trails. It's a great way to get them outdoors and engaged.

Q: What do I wear for this tour? Is it mostly walking?

A: Comfortable walking shoes are a must! The tour involves walking through the canyon, so dress in layers since it can get a bit chilly in the mornings. Also, don’t forget sunscreen because there are spots with lots of sun. It’s pretty casual overall!

Q: Can I reschedule if I buy this as a gift?

A: Since it's a self-guided tour, there's no specific date you need to commit to. Once you purchase, the audio and maps are yours to access whenever you like. So, it's super flexible and perfect for gifting!

Discussions

Considering the Glen Park self-guided tour for my next weekend trip!

Hey everyone! I’m thinking about doing the Glen Park and Glen Canyon self-guided tour. The whole concept seems super cool, and I love the idea of using the VoiceMap app. I’ve heard it’s filled with history and nature. Anyone done this before? How’s the trail? I’m hoping it’s a good way to spend a Saturday with my friends!

Just did the Glen Park tour and it was amazing!

I went on the Glen Park and Glen Canyon self-guided tour last weekend and I can't recommend it enough! The audio was so engaging and I learned a ton about the area's history. The trails were pretty manageable, and the views were stunning. Perfect for a sunny day. Bring some water and a snack, and you’re all set!