Buffalo Paddock in Golden Gate Park
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Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Notes: There are no restrooms at the actual buffalo paddock site, but there are many restrooms in the surrounding park.
Buffalo Paddock in Golden Gate Park
Where the Buffalo Roam
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John F. Kennedy Dr (Golden Gate Park) San Francisco, CA 94118 |
+1 415 831 2700 (Golden Gate Park information) |
Description
One of San Francisco's quirkiest and little-known attractions is the herd of buffalo that lives in Golden Gate Park. Opened in 1892, around the time that the great American Buffalo was on the verge of extinction, this Paddock has been around for over 100 years. When first established, the park was a "free-range zoo" consisting of bison, bears, elk, goats, and many more animals. Today, the buffalo live in a corral (as opposed to the zoo down the road) grazing and playing, just waiting for folks to come and see them. If you are spending any time in Golden Gate Park, stop by to say hello to one of North America's most famous animals.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 6am-8pm, dailyNotes: You can view the buffalo from dawn to dusk at the paddock.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: The Buffalo Paddock is next to the road, and people usually drive by to see them, or park their cars and walk up to the fence. The buffalo are usually in the back of their field just hanging out.
Price: Free
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering. Notes: There are no buildings, only an open field and trees surrounding the buffalo.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Bicycle
Walking
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Notes: The Music Concourse Garage is open 7:30am-10pm daily, and costs $2.50 an hour during the week, $3 an hour on weekends (bicycle parking is free). The entrance is at 10th Avenue and Fulton Street. There's also time-limited parking along JFK Drive, MLK Jr.
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