Drive Out to a National or State Park Near San Francisco
Looking for national and state parks within driving distance of San Francisco? Then it's time for a road trip! In these uncertain times, many of us are rethinking the way we travel and the added safety precautions that must be considered along the way. A rental car from a neighborhood Enterprise location in San Francisco can alleviate many of these concerns so you can get to the park safely.
It may even be cheaper and more convenient to rent a car for your road trip instead of using your personal vehicle. With so many styles and options available, you’re sure to find the perfect rental car for your travels. Not sure which car to choose for your road trip? We can help! We've compiled a list of the best road trip cars for families, adventure-seekers and more.
There are a lot of national and state parks near San Francisco to choose from, so we narrowed it down to the top ones that would make a perfect adventure or a quick weekend getaway. Be sure to check out the parks' websites to get their latest info before you hit the road.
National Parks Near San Francisco
Joshua Tree National Park
Located in southern California, it's named for the twisted Joshua trees in the area.
Drive time: approx. 8 hours (Driving Directions)
Distance: approx. 512 miles
Open daily
Entranced fees required
Camping allowed
Death Vally National Park
Located in both California and Nevada, the park is known for its extreme weather yet very-much-alive dessert.
Drive time: approx. 7.3 hours (Driving Directions)
Distance: approx. 458 miles
Open daily
Entranced fees required
Camping allowed
Yosemeti National Park
Yosemite National Park is located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California and is known for its giant, ancient sequoia trees.
Drive time: approx. 3 hours (Driving Directions)
Distance: approx. 167 miles
Open seasonally
Entranced fees required
Camping allowed
State Parks Near San Francisco
Mount Tamalpais State Park
Just North of the Bay Area, this park offers superlative hiking, picnicking, wildlife watching.
Drive time: approx. 0.5 hours (Driving Directions)
Distance: approx. 15 miles
Open daily
Entranced fees not required
Camping allowed
Tomales Bay State Park
The park features "multiple gently sloping, surf-free beaches, protected from winds by Inverness Ridge".
Drive time: approx. 1.3 hours (Driving Directions)
Distance: approx. 47 miles
Open daily
Entranced fees required
Camping not allowed
Mount Diablo State Park
The park offers a summit visitor center & observation deck, plus trails, campsites & picnic areas.
Drive time: approx. 1.3 hours (Driving Directions)
Distance: approx. 43 miles
Open daily
Entranced fees required
Camping allowed
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