Candlestick Point State Recreation Area

Candlestick Point State Recreation Area

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Location: In San Francisco, off the 3Com Park exit from US 101.
Facilities: Picnic areas (é), restrooms, hiking trail (é), bike trail, fitness course (for seniors), 2 fishing piers, community gardens area.
Activities: Fishing, bicycling, hiking, skating, windsurfing, cultural programs, special events.
Special Features: Candlestick Point received its name from the days when early settlers burned wooden ships off the point here. As the flaming masted vessels sank, the last part going down into the water resembled a candlestick. Park includes "Windharp Hill," where unique wind and metal musical instruments fill the air with music on breezy days.
Address: c/o Diablo Vista District Office
845 Casa Grande Rd
Petaluma, CA 94954
Phone: 415-671-0145;
Web: www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=519
Size: 205 acres.

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