Things To Do in San Francisco (Part 1)
62Stow Lake
"The coldest winter I ever saw was the summer I spent in San Francisco."- Mark Twain
San Francisco is normally freezing. Not Middle America freezing, but a chill you to the bone take no mercy freezing. So when the city reached a mind blowing ninety-seven degrees, we decided to go play outside. Since Golden Gate Park is practically my neighbor I have an endless supply of outdoor fun to explore. Stow Lake was a perfect choice for such a hot day.
Stow Lake is located in the eastern-center of the three and a half mile park. Now, I've lived by Golden Gate Park for about two years and I had never seen this lake nor had I known of its existence. That is one of the things I love most about San Francisco, you never know what you will find next. The lake is basically one large circle with a large "island" located in the middle called Strawberry Hill. This set up is perfect for the paddle-boat rental that we embarked upon.
Now, I'm not the most athletic of people. So when being unceremoniously "launched" or better yet, "kicked" off of the dock, I was a little skeptical that I could make it around the whole of the lake. After the first couple of minutes however, the burning in my thigh muscles ceased and I was able to marvel at the good fortune of finding Stow Lake. Since paddle-boats and canoes are the only modes of transportation allowed on the lake, the water was calm and easy to maneuver in. It only took about a half hour to make it around the lake, including stops.
Here is a list of sights I was able to enjoy on this beautiful day:
- Ducklings
- Two beautiful cobble bridges to allow access onto Strawberry Hill
- A large waterfall
- A Chinese Gazebo
Stow Lake is a perfect place for:
- A Date
- A Picnic
- A Hike
- A Bike Ride
- People Watching
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I also love San Francisco. I love going on the Golder Gate Bidge and seeing Alcatraz. But you forgot eating Sourdough bread! Yum. That is my favorite part of San Francisco!
Tayler!
Tyler,
I think I take Sourdough for granted. I seem to always forget how fortunate we are to have it! Thanks for the reminder!
Allison
Hey I have reason to visit San Francisco now. I had never known it can be so beautiful. I am from Nampa, which can be dull! HEY but now I know one of the beautiful places in America
Ahhh...one of the best cities in the world! Can't wait to see future writings about this fantastic spot!
What a great and complex city this is. I worked for a travel guidebook company while living in SF and had never even heard of Stow Lake. Nice find.
I would love to go to SF this fall and watch the Seahawks vs. 49ers game. It has been too long since my last visit.
Jeanette M 3 years ago
I love San Francisco. Thanks for reminding me of some of the resons why!