Lafayette Park San Francisco is an 11.5-acre recreation area in Pacific Heights, bounded by Laguna, Sacramento, Gough and Washington Streets. You can follow its paths between open spaces, picnic areas and viewpoints, with facilities that include a playground, tennis courts and a dog play area. Ina Coolbrith Park is another local hilltop walk to consider.
- Location: Pacific Heights; the main address is Gough Street and Washington Street, San Francisco, CA 94109.
- Hours: Open daily
- On site: Accessible paths and picnic areas, a playground, tennis courts and an off-leash dog play area.
How do you get to Lafayette Park?
Lafayette Park sits in Pacific Heights, and its address at Gough Street and Washington Street gives you a clear point to aim for. The park occupies a four-block area bounded by Laguna, Sacramento, Gough and Washington Streets. The park is about a 10-minute walk from Inn on Broadway.
Once you reach the park, use its street boundaries to orient yourself. Ina Coolbrith Park is a separate hilltop outing to consider.
What can you see and do in Lafayette Park?
What facilities and accessible routes are in the park?
An accessible pathway connects the park’s program areas, including the playground, picnic areas and restroom. San Francisco Recreation and Parks cautions that terrain and natural features can limit wheelchair usability in some areas of accessible parks, so conditions may vary across the grounds.
Facilities include an accessible children’s play area, accessible parking, an accessible picnic area and an accessible restroom. You’ll also find two full tennis courts, a playground, picnic areas and an off-leash dog play area. The dog area is partially enclosed, with artificial turf and a ground-level water fountain; its entrance remains unfenced to accommodate an ADA pathway.
There are four picnic areas: south of the play area, with seven tables; northwest of the play area, with three; Summit North, with three; and Summit South, also with three. Reservations are offered in two time slots, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. and 2–6 p.m. Street parking is limited, and alcohol, barbecues and jumpers are not allowed in the picnic areas.
When is Lafayette Park open, and what should you check?
San Francisco Recreation and Parks gives park hours as 5 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. Restrooms are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in spring and summer, and from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in fall and winter.
The dog play area is open from 5 a.m. to midnight. A one-day San Francisco route can help shape a longer outing.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 5 AM–11:45 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Hours, facilities and reservation details can change. Before you go, check the official site of San Francisco Recreation and Parks for current park information.
If you’re planning a longer neighborhood outing, the Haas-Lilienthal House can be part of it.
A one-day San Francisco route can help shape a longer outing.
FAQs
Where is Lafayette Park in San Francisco?
It’s in the Pacific Heights district, bounded by Laguna, Sacramento, Gough and Washington Streets. Its main address is Gough Street and Washington Street, San Francisco, CA 94109.
Does Lafayette Park have picnic areas?
Yes. The park has four picnic areas, including two at the summit. Reservations are available in two time slots, and alcohol, barbecues and jumpers are not allowed in the picnic areas.
Is there an off-leash dog area at Lafayette Park?
Yes. The dog play area has artificial turf and a ground-level water fountain. Its entrance is unfenced to accommodate an ADA pathway.
Are the park’s paths wheelchair accessible?
A wheelchair-accessible pathway connects all program areas. Terrain and natural features can still limit wheelchair usability in some parts of accessible parks.