I don't have a plot of community land in this serene oasis, but I do think this community garden is…read morea picturesque escape from city life. There are no locked gates - making for an ideal quiet moonlit walk or sunny day excursion. From lavender, to sage, to lettuce, and everything in between - you can marvel at it all, and if you put your name down on the plot waiting list - you may even be able to help cultivate the magic yourself. Trust.

Tucked away in back of a vacant lot in the Inner Sunset is one of the most beautiful community…read moregardens in San Francisco. White Crane Springs is a great place for a stroll or a picnic and unlike many community gardens, it is open to the public (i.e., no locked gates). Enter the garden via the end of Locksley Street (aka 6th Avenue) or the vacant lot (home to a pumpkin patch and Xmas tree lot) at 7th Ave and Lawton. There's always something interesting growing in members' garden plots plus a small redwood grove, picnic table and native plants area. The garden has a community work day at the beginning of every month, perfect for learning about what to grow or how to compost. Check the calendar on the bulletin board for exact times and dates. A bulletin board at the front gate has information on garden work days (open to everyone), garden membership and neighborhood events. If you're into eco-friendly buildings, check out the garden's Cob Tool Shed. White Crane Springs is a short walk from the Garden for the Environment at 7th Avenue and Lawton or the new hiking paths on Mt. Sutro. Hey, it's a free activity!

Wonderful community garden that's a quiet respite in the middle of the city. Feels safe as it's…read morenext to the Police Academy. Not much growing in winter, but is dramatic on a cloudy day.

What do plants do? They grow…read more What is relaxation? The mind growing calm. Walking around, zoning out, reflecting. On a silent morning, albeit very rainy. The plants, the decorations were tranquil. This patch helped me de-stress. Despite cedar hamster chips everywhere.

The area can get a bit windy- bring a jacket! This community garden is huge(compared to other…read morecommunity gardens), has lots of places to sit and overall just peaceful yet stunning. No dogs/pets allowed.

This place is adorable and so fun to walk around. I love seeing how everyone chooses to plant their…read moreplot. But don't get any ideas, the waiting list for a plot of your own is 10-15 years!!!

Beautiful community garden with plenty of beautiful trees, particularly the palm trees. Wide…read morevariety of flowers. Some benches to sit on. The garden is located one block north of the intersection of Market and Noe. This community garden is owned by the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department. Only 2500 sq ft of space but it is attractively planted and gives the illusion of a larger area. Not used by many people.

Happened to be in the neighborhood and Googled/Yelped "things to do" and this little gem popped up…read more It's right next to McKinley Park - we briefly strolled the park and there wasn't much there. Glad the community garden made up for it. It's a small garden, but we still spent a good 20 minutes there, roaming around. There are two picnic tables close to the entrance, so feel free to bring a snack to enjoy (kind of wished the picnic tables were on the other side, where you'll have nice views of the city). Saw pumpkins, succulents, and other varieties of fruits, veggies, and unknown plants. Towards the back side of the garden are some really nice views of the city, especially on a clear blue sky day. I must have missed the roosters as a few reviewers mentioned them (or perhaps they went into hibernation for the winter). It wasn't overly crowded - just one or two other parties were there during our walk. Overall, it's a quaint little spot to take a walk or stop to have a bite. The higher elevation of the garden provides a lovely view of SF. Parking wasn't bad as we parked in front of McKinley Park - think it shouldn't take too long to find street parking as well. It's nice that this place is open to the public - don't go picking stuff out of the garden!

A stunning community garden hidden amongst the streets of Potrero Hill! I found this little gem…read morewhile taking a walk in nearby Mckinley Park. It's a small garden compromised of many different flowers, fruits, and vegetables. While walking through, you are sure to see beautiful sunflowers, roses, succulents, blackberries, tomatoes, limes, kale, and so much more! Your eyes will light up from the vast array of colorful beauty. The space is peaceful and I only encountered a few locals in the garden while I was there. In the back of the garden, there's a small shed that occupies chickens and livestock. If you are looking to rent a space to grow your own garden, the waitlist is quite long and could take up to a year for a space to become available. Some gardens are open which allows you to get up close and personal. I saw a photographer in the garden snapping all kinds of pictures. There are signs posted asking that you do not touch or steal any of the plants in the garden. However, a little smelling ain't never hurt nobody! Go ahead and smell those beautiful roses! There are two tables and a side bench where you can relax, have lunch, or simply just take in the view. Speaking of views, did I mention that this garden offers the most beautiful view of the city? It's located high on the hill, making it the perfect spot to capture the lovely city down below. There are a few parking spots located right in front and plenty of street parking available right next to the park. This garden is truly a breath of fresh air and the perfect place to clear your mind and to escape the hustle and bustle of the busy city.

I went here a couple of times in the past month for the first time and had a blast volunteering!…read moreThe people are really nice and they do an awesome job for the beautiful Presidio... Ely is bright and sunshine-y like the sun! And she loves what she does and it shows! She loves teaching, especially kids, about plants... This is a great place for people who don't have a garden of their own; you can get closer to nature and feel great knowing you're helping to take care of and grow native plants... 5-stars plus!

Unbelievable operation. It's amazing that volunteers and interns do all of this. I once knew an…read moreintern there. It was a different time, long since passed. Lots of tummy clenched emotion during those times. But like the cycle of native plants, when something is out of place... it won't flourish or grow as it should. It can't adapt or find it's rhythm with the surrounding topography. Understanding native plants might actually help with your broader understanding of life. It did for me. =)

I walk a sweet senior Norwich Terrier who lives in the area throughout the week and we only just…read morediscovered this STUNNING garden a couple months ago! I wouldn't normally think I could bring my albeit, only 13lb and mellow as heck, dog inside to visit once we first came upon it on a dusky afternoon at Christopher Playground, but the sign in front said DOGS ARE ALLOWED ON LEASH so we were overjoyed! The flowers and vegetables are lush and healthy, living in harmony with Glen Canyon Park as a gorgeous back drop to this little piece of heaven. Had to FaceTime my mom who's a member of a community garden back east, as I knew she would appreciate it. Denali was very relaxed strolling through it with me, too. Hope to visit it again, with or without her!

On April 29th, my family and I were verbally assaulted by a woman working in this garden. This…read morewoman was not an employee of S.F. Rec and Parks but a neighborhood volunteer or an individual with a plot in the garden. While exiting Glen Canyon Park by the garden, this individual began to yell at us to "wear masks on the street." When we calmly informed her that you were not required to wear masks while exercising, she continued to berate and harass us. She told us to "get off of her street and to get out of her neighborhood." We are residents of the neighborhood. Our young son was present and she brought him into her tirade, saying we should be "better examples" to him. He was traumatized and crying throughout the incident. I am a person of color and her assumption that we did not belong in the neighborhood smacks of the worst kind of prejudice. I'm sure the garden is a lovely place but we were made to feel extremely unwelcome and threatened by just being in the vicinity of it. I would hope that this was a singular incident and not reflective of the surrounding area or of the other people who manage plots there.

I really love what you've done with Lakeside Landing. It's such a creative use of space, and I can…read morereally see the potential for it to become a go-to spot for families with young kids. Being able to grab food, sit outside, and let kids explore makes it such a great concept. I know this is a volunteer-led effort, and it really shows how much care has gone into creating something special for the community. The stage, fairy garden, life-size chess board, and boat add so much character. To make the space even more family-friendly, I would love to see more open play options for toddlers and younger kids. Right now, when I bring my preschooler, she sometimes isn't quite sure what to engage with, so having a few more clearly defined, toddler-friendly play elements would make it even more inviting. Things like simple climbing structures, stepping logs, sensory play elements, large rocks to climb on, a mud kitchen, or even a small area with rotating toys would go a long way. I think adding a few more toddler/preschool friendly open play areas could also bring in more families on weekends and support the surrounding businesses even more. If parents knew this was a reliable spot where their kids could play and hang out for a couple of hours while they eat, it could really become a go-to destination--especially since there aren't any outdoor, kid-friendly dining spaces nearby. I know this is a volunteer-led initiative, so I completely understand there may be budget considerations, but even a few simple, low-cost additions (like adding a mud kitchen) could make a big impact to bring more families to your space. Would love to know how people can get involved or share ideas if there are ways for the community to contribute. Overall, such a great addition to the community--we really appreciate all the effort behind it and look forward to seeing it continue to grow.

My father would have thought it was cute and charming...I wonder why..probably because that's how…read morelife was back then..Lakeside Landing...painted a sea theme..under the sea..for kids and community at school...area for sitting and community where...in a small town..if u have gone by with your family member...super cute...who are these people? near Ocean Ave? cute