China Beach, San Francisco
China Beach is a small cove in San Francisco's Sea Cliff neighborhood. It lies between Baker Beach and Lands End and is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. It was previously known as James D. Phelan State Beach Park. It was once used as a campsite for Chinese fishermen. Swimming is not safe at China Beach because of many possible dangers and the lack of lifeguards in the area. At low tides, there are tide pools to discover, and it is sometimes possible to walk to Baker Beach. China Beach offers a view of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands.
| China Beach | |
|---|---|
 China Beach is seen in the foreground with the sea wall. | |
| Location | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Coordinates | 37°47′16″N 122°29′35″W[1] |
| Operated by | Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy |
| Website | Official website |
China Beach with Golden Gate Bridge
A marker on the trailhead leading down to the beach states:
"CHINA BEACH
- Since gold rush times, this cove was used as a campsite by many of the Chinese fishermen who worked in and around San Francisco Bay. Their efforts to supply the needs of a young city helped establish one of the area's most important industries and traditions. Gift of Henry & Diana Chung Family 1981."
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