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Fort Funston Beach
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Rating: C
Even though Fort Funston's gone to the dogs, who appear here with their human entourages by the hundreds, a few naturists sneak in from time to time. But don't even think about going naked here on weekends. Even on weekdays, be sure to use discretion before disrobing. Suit up quickly if you see rangers or families in the area. Authorities usually only issue several citations a year at Fort Funston, which is south of Ocean Beach so if you don't make a fuss and remain in the dunes, you may not be busted. If anyone complains, put on your beach gear right away. Two more fun activities at "Fort Fun": watching the passing parade of people and their dogs, as well as hang gliders that take off from the cliffs.
Legal status:
Part of the GGNRA, which issues citations if rangers see you nude or receive complaints.
Directions:
From San Francisco, head west to Ocean Beach, then go south on the Great Highway. After Sloat Boulevard, the road goes uphill. From there, curve right onto Skyline Boulevard, go past one stoplight, and look for signs for Funston on the right. Turn into the public lot and find a space near the west side. At the southwest end, take the sandy steps to the beach, turn right, and walk to the dunes. Find a spot as far as possible from the parking lot. Do not go nude here on the weekends, and if you don't like dogs, go elsewhere.
The beach:
Fluffy, soft sand dunes where you can find shelter from the wind and fashion your own nude beach.
The crowd:
As you exit your car in the lot, the first thing you'll notice are all the dogs. Funston is a gathering place for the pooches and their human pals. Hang gliders from a nearby glider port and horseback riders from a local rental stable are other common sights. A few naturists sometimes use the beach on weekdays.
Problems:
Lack of tolerance by rangers; privacy problems on weekends; crowded parking lot on warm days; fog; rough water; may be seen from overhead by hang gliders; roaming, sand-kicking dogs.
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