Where to Have a Beach Bonfire in the Bay Area

Spring and summer nights are for bonfires on the beach with some of our favorite stretches of local sand opening for burn season in March, April, and May.

Here are a few of our favorite spots to have a legal bonfire on the beach in the Bay Area.

Just make sure to check that it’s not a Spare the Air day, and visit park sites for updated regulations, available dates, and group permits. Don’t forget the s’mores!

Ocean Beach, San Francisco

Bonfires at Ocean Beach in San Francisco.

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Warm up around a bonfire with friends and family at San Francisco’s favorite beach, which is open for fires March through October. There are 16 fire rings located between stairwells 15 and 20. This is an ideal spot for a group outing as there’s ample space and lots of convenient parking—just note that groups of 25 people or more are required a special use permit. Fires must be extinguished (with water only) by 9:30pm. For more details and regulations, visit nps.gov.

Inside Tip: For those of you without a car, or who prefer public transportation, you can take the N Judah all the way to the beach. Learn more.

Muir Beach, Marin County

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Muir Beach is a little further away, but that usually translates to smaller crowds. If you’re looking for an isolated spot to take in the sunset, build a bonfire, and hang out with some good friends, then this is the ticket. Just know that groups larger than 25 people are required a special permit. Muir Beach has six fire rings available May through November. Fires must be extinguished with one hour after sunset. For more information, visit nps.gov.

Inside Tip: The beach closes one hour after sunset. From December through April, there are only three fire pits on the beach, located toward the south end of the parking lot.

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Drakes Beach, Point Reyes National Seashore

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Named after the famed explorer, Sir Francis Drake, Drakes Beach is part of the scenic Point Reyes National Seashore and is an absolute stunner. If you’re looking to spend an entire day in this neck of the woods, grab some snacks and firewood from a West Marin store (this is to prevent outside pests and diseases) and head out to the beach.

Inside Tip: You’ll need to pick up a free fire permit for the day of your outing. You can find the details by visiting nps.gov or by calling the Bear Valley Visitor Center at 415.464.5100 x2 x5.

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Twin Lakes State Beach, Santa Cruz

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This one-mile stretch of beach is the perfect option for those seeking a peaceful Santa Cruz experience without the crowds. The beach features soft sand, playful surf, an awesome view of Walton Lighthouse, and a handful of fire pits to choose from.

Inside Tip: Get there early, as fire pits go quickly. Parking during the summer months can be difficult and often requires a permit, which can be purchased at one of four nearby pay stations.

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Seabright State Beach, Santa Cruz

This wide, beautiful beach is an amazing spot to spend the day and enjoy a bonfire at night. Seabright is probably the most popular spot in Santa Cruz for a bonfire due to its convenient proximity to the Beach Boardwalk. There are 10 fire pits to choose from.

Inside Tip: It’s a popular spot, so plan on spending the day at the beach to ensure you get a fire pit. The beach closes at 10pm.

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9 National Parks: Exploring California's forests, volcanoes, deserts + islands

California has—count ’em—nine national parks, the most of any state in the U.S.

With respect to parts of the Pacific Northwest and perhaps parts of the East Coast, there simply isn’t anywhere else in the country that demonstrates the kind of ecological diversity that can be found in California. We have it all: towering temperate rainforests with the largest arboreal organisms on the planet; the lowest point in North America, a desiccated and scorching desert wasteland; iconic glacier-cut granite valleys and active volcanoes; and sandy beach shores and Pacific islands.

Here we bring you the highlights of each of California’s nine national parks.

Redwood National and State Parks

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Redwood National and State Parks are famous for the arboreal giants, Sequoia sempervirons, giant redwoods, that grow to heights above 300 feet and ages beyond 2,000 years. Conditions here are better than anywhere else in the world for the woodland giant, including the tallest trees in the world.

The collection of parks includes Redwood National Park, and to the north, Prairie Creek, Del Norte and Jedediah Smith State Parks. The most famous groves of redwoods grow in Redwood National Park and Jedediah Smith State Park—Tall Trees Grove, Grove of Titans and Stout Grove. Tall Trees Grove in Redwood National Park, home of the former world-record tallest tree, can be accessed from below via the Redwood Creek Trail or above via the Dolason Prairie Trail, which offers hikers an opportunity to experience a different perspective of Redwood National Park, beginning outside the forest on former ranch land. Grove of the Titans grows in an undisclosed location within Jedediah Smith State Park, but Stout Grove is a short hike over the Smith River from the visitor center.

But don’t miss the forest for the trees. Beach and canyon hikes in the parks have much to offer, too—Gold Bluffs Beach and Fern Canyon in particular, where you can see the forest in all its glory.

*For the latest updates on trails and facilities, go to nps.gov/redw.

Pinnacles National Park

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In 2021, about 348,000 people visited Pinnacles National Park, one of the least visited parks in the National Park Service system and California’s newest, incorporated from a national monument in 2012. Most of the park is designated wilderness for programs including the restoration of the California condor; Pinnacles is one of four places where captive condors are released into the wild. More than 300 soar in the wild today.

Geologically, Pinnacles is a rugged lava field, part of a long extinct volcano that was shifted 200 miles from its original location along the San Andreas Fault. The park is characterized by rock spires that attract climbers in the fall and winter months and talus caves that are an escape from the heat during the summer. For climbers, bolted and unbolted routes range from a 5.4 to 5.13a and beyond, but be forewarned: An acquired taste, Pinnacles is notorious for loose rock, and its crags require a certain experimental mindset to climb. Eleven species of bats occupy the Bear Gulch Cave on the east side of the park and Balconies Cave to the west, both of which the park tries to keep open for 10 months out of the year. There are also 30 miles of hiking trails in the area, which showcase the park’s igneous spires—the High Peaks Loop and the Moses Springs Trail in particular.

Pinnacles is accessible via California Route 146 on either the east or west side of the park, but the route does not connect within Pinnacles. Note also that Pinnacles Campground is the only campground in the park and can only be accessed by the east entrance.

*All trails, parking lots and the campground are open and caves have resumed normal closures. Shuttle services within the park have not yet resumed. For current conditions, visit nps.gov/pinn.

Lassen Volcanic National Park

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One of the least visited parks in the national park system, Lassen Volcanic National Park preserves the volcanic legacy of Lassen Peak, the southernmost volcano in the Cascade Range, and its long-eroded progenitor, Mount Tehama. Evidence of the burning hot spot below Lassen is abundant in the park, with several geysers, boiling pools and steam vents to visit. Of its geothermal areas, Bumpass Hell is most impressive, with its small teal pond inset between fumaroles, steam vents, and a boiling pool coated in fool’s gold. Devil’s Kitchen is a longer hike at about four miles past mudpots, fumaroles and Hot Springs Creek.

Beyond the geothermal activity, Lassen is a beautiful alpine environment with plenty of adventures to offer. In the summer, explore around Manzanita Lake. The Echo Lake hike offers beautiful views of Lassen Peak, which is also a highly recommended summit. Kings Creek is a popular hiking destination with a beautiful cascade.

Lassen gets more snow than nearby Shasta with its base sometimes totaling 30 feet, making the area a prime wintertime recreation area. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing activities are located around the Southwest Winter Recreation Area. Geothermal areas are just as striking in the winter, and many Lassen’s faces, including the southeastern one, are open for backcountry skiing and snowboarding.

*Before visiting, check for trail and lake closures at nps.gov/lavo.

Channel Island National Park

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The Channel Islands offer an unparalleled opportunity to find seclusion in a unique environment. There are only a handful of island national parks in the contiguous United States, and this is the only one in California. The park consists of five islands: Anacapa, Santa Cruz, San Miguel, and Santa Rosa all clustered together due west of Santa Monica, and Santa Barbara, set about 50 miles to the southeast of Santa Rosa Island.

Despite their remote location, the Channel Islands have a lot to offer. Primitive campsites are available on every island that are open to hikers and boaters. Rugged cliffs and canyons, prairie-like grasslands, wildflowers, and the rare Torrey pine can be found along hiking trails, especially on Santa Rosa and Santa Cruz islands. Check out Water Canyon and Carrington Point on Santa Rosa Island, and Scorpion Canyon and Scorpion Anchorage during the wildflower bloom on Santa Cruz Island. Scorpion Beach and eastern Santa Cruz Island are world-class destinations for sea kayaking. Diving and snorkeling are best on Santa Barbara, Anacapa and Santa Cruz islands, where wind conditions are calmer than Santa Rosa and San Miguel.

Advance planning is required for a trip to the Channel Islands, which can be accessed only by concessionaire boats and can be traveled only by foot, kayak, or boat. No bicycles are allowed and there are no amenities on the islands, including no grocery stores or equipment rentals. Once you’re there, you’re on your own, so it’s critical to plan ahead and be prepared. Additionally, the park serves as a marine and wildlife conservation area, and some areas are entirely off-limits to travel or visitation and must be avoided.

*For the latest updates, go to nps.gov/chis.

Yosemite National Park

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The John Muir Trail is one of the best ways to experience Yosemite National Park. Granite peaks and alpine pools are at their most stunning while on the trail, where food is packed in and cooked at sunset and the sights are seen after a day hike through some of the finest backcountry in the world. That said, permits can be hard to come by, so some of us must see fit to explore the park in other ways.

The southern half of Yosemite is more accessible and more extensively paved than the northern half, and generally speaking has the park’s most recognizable sights. Three bucket-list hikes include the Half Dome Hike, the famed ascent with a cable-aided summit, the Cathedral Lakes Hike, and the Yosemite Falls Trail, which is best visited during the spring runoff when the 2,425-foot Yosemite Falls is at its peak.

*Yosemite is open by reservation only during peak season, May 20 to Sep 30 . Reservations are not required at other times of year. To book, and for the latest updates and restrictions, go to nps.gov/yose.

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

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Side-by-side, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks have 800,000 acres and 800 miles of hiking trails to enjoy. Like Redwood National and State Parks, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are famous for the massive trees that grow in their forests, and the parks were created with the goal of preserving the groves where they grow. Whereas the coast redwoods are famed for their height, the Sequoiadendron giganteum that grows in this portion of the Sierra Nevada is famed for its girth; the world’s largest tree by volume grows here.

General Sherman, the tree in question, grows in Sequoia National Park. Nearby, Giant Forest hosts several more of the world’s largest trees. Moro Rock provides a stunning vantage of the surrounding foothills and granite formations; pair it with Crescent Meadow, which John Muir called the “Gem of the Sierra,” at the head of the High Sierra Trail.

Kings Canyon National Park might well be called “Little Yosemite” for its glacially carved valleys and granite walls. More forest giants grow at Grant Grove, where grows the third largest tree by volume, the General Grant Tree. Road’s End—which includes Cedar Grove, the South Fork Kings River, and Zumwalt Meadow—is a great place to acquaint yourself with the park. Several long hikes begin here, including trails to Mist Falls and Cedar Grove Overlook. Zumwalt Meadow has wide views and showcases the canyon’s stunning scenery, huge granite formations that loom on either side.

*Reservations are required for camping; for trail conditions and closures, go to nps.gov/seki.

Death Valley National Park

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It’s hard to believe that Death Valley National Park was a lake a mere 20,000 years ago, no more than the blink of an eye in geologic time. These days, the park earns its name as one of the hottest, driest, most desolate places in North America—but don’t let that discourage you.

Explorers of the park should keep in mind that destinations are spread out, and amenities are only available along Highway 190. Furnace Creek is a central location to begin your exploration of the park, and the area includes some of the park’s most interesting attractions. The salt formations of the Devils Golf Course are otherworldly, and Natural Bridge Canyon features an erosion-formed arch.

Beyond Furnace Creek, Scotty’s Castle (temporarily closed) is a fascinating landmark of Death Valley’s recent past. Ubehebe Crater in the Grapevine area is a striking example of Death Valley’s volcanic era.

It’s been said throughout the annals of time that visitors should invert their days and nights when traveling in the desert, whether the Sahara or Atacama, and there’s some good sense in that recommendation here, too. Night time travel in Death Valley—far from the lights of urbanity—will revel in a panoramic dome of stars that simply isn’t available in parts more impacted by the progress of humanity. It also won’t be unbearably hot.

*For the latest trail conditions and updates, visit nps.gov/deva.

Joshua Tree National Park

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Few landscapes warp the mind quite like Joshua Tree National Park, a lumpy, Seussian dreamscape that beguiles the imagination. There are a couple of ways to best explore the park, and both take place on foot: hiking to points of interest and climbing.

While the best hikes in Joshua Tree show off its unique rock outcroppings, especially at Arch Rock Nature Trail and Hidden Valley Nature Trail, the most interesting flora can be found while on the road. The Cholla Cactus Garden showcases one of the park’s most peculiar and comical plant inhabitants, and the Ocotillo Patch in the Pinto Basin ignites 30-foot-tall ocotillo cactus blooms after it rains.

There are 8,000 climbing routes in Joshua Tree. In short, it’s a climbing mecca. The crag at Intersection, the birthplace of climinbing in the park, is a classic place to start, with routes that range from a non-technical 5.3 to 5.12b. Lost Horse, Real Hidden Valley and Indian Cove will certainly keep you busy as well, but here’s the deal: Camping is limited in Joshua Tree, so you’ll have to reserve in advance, arrive early, or scrap for what’s left. There’s also BLM land in the area for primitive camping.

*For the latest trail closures and updates, go to nps.gov/jotr.

Point Reyes National Seashore

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Closest to home for Bay Area residents, Point Reyes National Seashore offers a spectacular display of windy coastal bluffs and endless ocean views. The seashore teems with wildlife, from its herds of Tule elk to its elephant seal rookery to the pods of grey whales that swim just off shore.

There are two distinct sides to the Point Reyes peninsula. Its historic lighthouse is on the ocean side, as is Alamere Falls, one of only two coastal “tidefalls” in California where water rushing from the bluffs falls to the sea below. At sheltered Chimney Rock at Drakes Bay, barking and hollering elephant seals congregate in a months-long orgy of breeding and birthing from December through early April.

On the east side of the peninsula, Tomales Bay forms a bucolic channel between the park and the waterfront towns of Marshall and Bodega Bay. On its northern end is Tomales Point, a beautiful in-and-out hike through a captive-but-wild herd of Tule elk. Point Reyes is also a great spot for backpacking beginners: Coast Camp is only a two-mile hike from the Bear Valley Visitor Center and a few hundred yards from your own private beach. —Shoshi Parks

*For the latest wildlife closures and trail updates, go to nps.gov/pore

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3 Places to Ride Horses on the Beach in Northern California

If you’re longing for that ultimate feeling of freedom—you know, the way your hair whips in the wind as you gallop across the sand, sea salt spraying at your heels—make plans for the ultimate California experience.

Here are three places to ride horses on the beach in Northern California.

Pebble Beach Equestrian Center

When you think of Pebble Beach, you think of…horses? Golf yes, polo ponies maybe, horseback rides, not so much. During your 75-minute trail ride through Del Monte Forest and across scenic 17-Mile Drive, you will pass by the requisite golf course and have a chance to stop for the ultimate selfie with the ocean across the street (unfortunately you can’t actually ride on the sand; after all, this is Pebble Beach). Group rides and private rides are offered. // 3300 Portola Rd (Pebble Beach), pebblebeach.com/equestrian-center

Ricochet Ridge Ranch

Located a short but scenic drive north from the rugged bluffs of Mendocino, Ricochet Ridge Ranch in Fort Bragg has plenty to brag about—offering both beach and forest riding on the same day. Guests may opt for a trek through a redwood forest or along Ten Mile Beach (that’s the name of the beach, not the length of the ride). Several one-hour beach rides are offered throughout the day on both English and western saddles. For the “can’t get enough time in the saddle” riders, Ricochet Ridge Ranch offers a full day adventure on the Mendocino coast. // 24201 North Highway 1 (Fort Bragg), horse-vacation.com

Sea Horse Ranch

Half Moon Bay, off California’s Pacific Coast Highway, might be best known for the gnarly waves at Pillar Point and Mavericks, but you’ll find sea horses there, too. No, these aren’t the type of sea horses that swim in the ocean. Instead, they take riders down by the seashore. Driving south on Highway 1 you’ll find them resting under the shade of eucalyptus trees, sand under their hooves. These bomb-proof horses (meaning they won’t spook at flying kites or barking dogs running on the beach) are available seven days a week for 60- to 90-minute rides on Poplar Beach. // 1828 Cabrillo Hwy N. (Half Moon Bay), seahorseranch.org

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Wine on Wheels: 4 Bay Area Tasting Routes by Bike

Biking your way through Wine Country is the kind of adventure that rewards you at every turn, not just with zinfandel and chardonnay, but with endless vineyard views.

We’ve scouted out bikeable wine trails in four regions where the vineyards are bountiful and the landscape is stunning: Napa, Sonoma, the Livermore Valley, and the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains. All include at least four wineries within an 11- to 17-mile round-trip route. Whichever you choose, be sure to drink and ride responsibly!

Napa Valley Winery Bike Ride

This route through the heart of Napa offers a taste of both storied wineries and more recent up-and-comers. The trail begins at Ashes & Diamonds (4130 Howard Ln., Napa), where the mid-century modern aesthetic is clean and colorful and the grand vin, a blend of merlot and cab franc, is elegant and rich. From there, it’s a 3.8-mile glide north along the St. Helena Highway to Bell Wine Cellars (6200 Washington St., Yountville) for tastes of merlot and sparkling brut.

Continue north, passing within a hair’s breadth of the French Laundry and a handful of other downtown Yountville eateries, then turn right onto Yountville Cross Road. Another right, about four miles later, takes you to Robert Sinskey Vineyard (6320 Silverado Trail, Napa), one of the region’s earliest organic wineries, and their much lauded cabernet franc.

The ride continues down the Silverado Trail, stopping just over two miles away at Clos du Val (5330 Silverado Trail, Napa). Sip cabernet sauvignon in the garden of the 50-year-old Napa mainstay before pedaling 3.2 miles to Trefethen Family Vineyards (1160 Oak Knoll Ave., Napa), another historic estate whose chardonnay was once named the best in the world. From there, it’s a short two miles back to the finish line at Ashes & Diamonds.

Total mileage: 16.6 miles roundtrip

Sonoma County Wine Tasting on Two Wheels

Ride in the shadow of the Sonoma hills on this short, satisfying Wine Country route beginning at Sebastiani Vineyards (389 4th St. E., Sonoma). Fuel up with cabernet sauvignon at the more than 100-year-old winery, then pedal your way down Lovall Valley Road, keeping left at the intersection. Ride down Castle, past Bartholomew Park, to Bartholomew Estate Winery (1000 Vineyard Ln., Sonoma) and a taste of organic varietals that include rosé and sauvignon blanc. Hop back on the bike for a two-mile ride to Buena Vista Winery (18000 Old Winery Rd., Sonoma) via Lovall Valley Road. At what is often recognized as California’s first winery, you can choose from a variety of tastings, including an effervescent bubbles-only version.

Return the way you came to Lovall Valley Road, then continue on to Thornsberry. About two-and-half miles later, make a right onto Bundschu Road and turn into Gundlach Bundschu Winery (2000 Denmark St., Sonoma), another of Sonoma’s most storied historic vintners. Dial up a flight of estate wines and quiet your hunger with a cheese or charcuterie board or grab-and-go sandwich.

When you’re satiated, follow Bundschu Road west, turn right on Denmark, then make a left on 8th. Continue a couple of blocks to your final stop at Patz & Hall Winery (21200 8th St. E., Sonoma), which focuses exclusively on chardonnay and pinot noir. It’s just under three miles back to Sebastiani via 8th Street. Make one final right turn onto 4th and coast the final block to the day’s end.

Total mileage: 11.6 miles roundtrip

Livermore Valley Bike Tour

Taste the terroir of the East Bay with this ride through the Livermore Valley. Kick things off at one of the area’s original vintners, Ruby Hill (400 Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton). Get your fill of petite sirah and zinfandel, then climb into the saddle and hit the road. It’s a 4.4-mile ride from E. Vineyard Avenue to your next stop, Wente Vineyards (5040 Arroyo Rd., Livermore). Another historic valley estate, Wente’s tastings are a delicious introduction to their extensive portfolio, one which includes everything from riesling to brut sparkling wine.

It’s a long haul, almost six miles, back up Arroyo to Wetmore Road, then north to Silvermore Avenue and Concannon Vineyard (4590 Tesla Rd., Livermore). A family winery since 1883, Concannon offers several ways to taste a wide selection of varietals like malbec and viognier. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawn before riding less than a mile back toward Page Mill Winery (1960 S Livermore Ave., Livermore).

At Page Mill, get a taste of perfection—or as close as it gets in the wine world—with the winery’s double gold award-winning 2018 cabernet sauvignon and 2020 pinot noir. They’re just the thing to steel you for the final 4.6-mile push back to Ruby Hill.

Total mileage: 15.8 miles roundtrip

Wine + Bike in the Santa Cruz Mountain Foothills

Get your legs pumping on this decidedly intermediate-and-advanced-riders-only ride through the Santa Cruz Mountains. Hit the trail from the parking lot at El Vaquero Winery (2901 Freedom Blvd., Watsonville); you’ll return there for a celebration complete with food truck fare at the day’s end. From Corralitos Road, make a quick right onto Varni, then follow it over the next four miles as it transitions to Casserly. Make a left at Mt. Madonna for a steep but lovely climb into the hills and ride on to Windy Oaks Winery (550 Hazel Dell Rd., Corralitos), where the estate-grown pinot noirs and chardonnays and the expansive valley views provide a welcome break from the saddle.

Head north from there, keeping left as the road turns into Browns Valley. Three rewards will follow in quick succession, beginning with the rustic Alfaro Family Vineyard-Winery (420 Hames Rd., Watsonville) and its estate-grown syrahs and malbecs, followed by a quick bite at the nearby Corralitos Market & Sausage Co. (569 Corralitos Rd., Watsonville). Continue on to the handsome outdoor patio at Storrs Winery & Vineyards (1560 Pleasant Valley Rd., Aptos) for chardonnay and zinfandel.

When your glass is empty, head back to El Vaquero—it’s a mostly straight shot down Pleasant Valley Road to Freedom Road —where they pour a variety of wines, including late harvest zinfandel and rose, and live music plays until 9:30pm on Saturday nights.

Total mileage: 17 miles round trip

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Crescent Nob Hill penthouse with impeccable French-inspired design asks $5.75 million

One of just four rarefied penthouses at Crescent Nob Hill, The Robert Residence celebrates indoor and outdoor living with its expansive, classically proportioned entertainment spaces, an immense crescent-shaped terrace, and a verdant private roof deck all surrounded by the cinematic views of Nob Hill.

Inspired by Robert A.M. Stern Architects’ classic architecture, the global design house FrenchCalifornia curated the residence with Parisian-inspired furnishings, art, and outdoor plantings to complete the vision of a perfect home.

Designed using soft, luxurious, and slightly muted hues and textures to complement architectural details, the living room features never-before-seen pieces by French designer Christophe DelCourt as well as carefully chosen pieces from B&B Italia and CC-Tapis.

The sophisticated interior appointments by Champalimaud Design create a subtle backdrop to the views. Iconic vistas from the terraces include the captivating architectural landscape of Nob Hill, the landmark Transamerica Pyramid, the illuminated downtown skyline, and the mesmerizing bay.

The highlight of each penthouse at Crescent is the private entertaining rooftop terrace connected to the main level by a private staircase. These outdoor great rooms are outfitted with utility hookups, allowing future residents to create their own coveted oasis atop this remarkable neighborhood residence.

Crescent, a boutique collection of only 44 condominium residences, is composed of studios, one-, two- and three- bedroom homes, many with terraces and bespoke spatial compositions. Crescent is the first new residential development on Nob Hill in more than 50 years and the first residential development in San Francisco by Robert A.M. Stern Architects.

With interiors designed by Champalimaud Design, the boutique building offers exceptional features and amenities for each owner. Every resident enjoys access to the secret garden, the roof terrace with an outdoor kitchen and skyline views, the well-equipped fitness center with a yoga studio, and the residents’ lounge that connects to a catering kitchen. The exquisite lobby is attended 24 hours a day and a valet is available daily.

The Robert Residence, PH3

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

Size: 1,465 square feet

Asking price: $5,750,000

// Schedule a tour to see this beautiful penthouse and other remaining homes at Crescent Nob Hill by emailing sales@crescentnobhill.com or calling 415-493-5020.

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21 Fun Things to Do This Week (2.28.22)

Looking to pack more fun things into the shortest month of the year? We’ve got you covered.

Stuff your face with king cake on Fat Tuesday, get a made-to-fade tattoo, take a clean beauty master class at Credo, shop for actually affordable art at the Superfine art fair, please do touch the art at de Youngsters Day Out, catch Lovett or Leave It live, and much more.

See you out there!

Folks with commitment issues can get made-to-fade ink from the pioneering tattoo studio Ephemeral, which opens its first SF location on Monday. Applied in the same process as a regular tattoo, these designs promise the same artistry and self-expression as traditional tats but disappear within nine to 15 months; reservations at ephemeral.tattoo.

Curious to learn more about what makes you you? In this Enneagram workshop, you’ll uncover your intrinsic motivations, personality style, how you communicate, and how to strengthen your relationships; Monday, 6pm to 8:30pm. // HAVN Collective, 3329 Sacramento St. (Presidio Heights); tickets at eventbrite.com

Celebrate Mardi Gras SF-style with a free, family-friendly festival complete with a Zydeco and blues concert, a parade, colorful costumes, and more; Tuesday, 5pm to 10pm. // The Fillmore Center Plaza,1475 Fillmore St. (NoPa); details at eventbrite.com

Practice your rumba as Carnaval San Francisco celebrates Fat Tuesday in the historic Calle 24 Latino Cultural District. Enjoy live samba drummers, dance performances, and lively music; Tuesday, 5pm to 9pm. // 3250 24th St. (Mission); details at carnavalsanfrancisco.org

Honor the great Creole traditions of New Orleans at a lively cocktail party with jazz, NOLA-inspired cocktails, food from Top Chef’s Nelson German and, of course, king cake; Tuesday, 6pm to 11pm. // Sobre Mesa, 1618 Franklin St. (Oakland); tickets at eventbrite.com

Get inspired at the biannual Gray Area Artist Showcase, featuring new works fostered within the Artist Incubator and Creative Code Immersive education program. Using tools like deep-fakes, lidar, 3D animations, and physical computing, the future-forward art creates sensory spaces that engage our embodied selves in relation to the new paradigms of Web3; opening night Wednesday, 7pm to 10pm. // Gray Area / Grand Theater, 2665 Mission St. (Mission); tickets at grayarea.org

Clean up your beauty routine with a master class at Credo, where you’ll learn easy product swaps, receive personal recommendations from the pros, and get 10 percent off in-store shopping; Thursday, 5pm to 6:30pm. // Credo SF, 552 Hayes Street (Hayes Valley); RSVP at eventbrite.com

Join Bay Area band Fast Times at for a live set and the debut of their new music video, “Girlfriend,” filmed in San Francisco; Thursday, 7pm to 11:30pm. // Saint Joseph’s Arts Society, 1401 Howard St. (SoMa); tickets at eventbrite.com

Superfine, the art fair for everyone, returns to SF to connect art lovers with approachable, non-stuffy creatives and their work. Shop from more 60 artists with pieces ranging from $50 to $3,000. Plus, 20 percent of ticket sales will benefit the It Gets Better Project to support LGBTQ+ youth; Thursday to Sunday. // Gallery 308, Landmark Building A, 2 Marina Blvd. (Marina); tickets at eventbrite.com

Wake & Shake with Shake Shack and Red Bay Coffee’s new collab—hand-spun vanilla frozen custard with Red Bay Coffee, maple syrup, and orange zest. To celebrate the partnership, Shake Shack will host a one-day event with live music, giveaways, and more at the Downtown Oakland location. All sales from the event will be donated to the local art non-profit The People’s Conservatory; Friday at 11am. // Shake Shack, 1954 Telegraph Ave. (Oakland); details at berkeleyside.org

Toast America’s top culinary talents at the Good Food Awards. The evening begins with a welcome reception with award-winning bites and drinks, followed by a ceremony with the bestowing of the medals by Alice Waters; Friday at 5pm. // Palace of Fine Arts, 3601 Lyon St. (Presidio); tickets at eventbrite.com

Take a whiskey-fueled walk through downtown Alameda. Tickets include a collectible tasting glass, premium whiskey tastings at multiple locations, and paired bites by local chefs; Friday, 6pm to 9pm. // Downtown Alameda, 2324 Alameda Ave. (Alameda); tickets at alamedastrolls.com

Join former Obama speechwriter Jon Lovett (and some friends) for “Lovett or Leave It: Live or Else.” The political podcast is hitting the road, stopping first in SF to break down the week’s biggest news and make fun of our insane political landscape; Friday at 8pm. // Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St. (Castro); tickets at crooked.com

Stop and smell 100,000 tulips. Normally, picking flowers from a strange yard is frowned upon but, on Flower Bulb Day, it’s highly encouraged, in Union Square at least. Bouquets are free; Saturday, 1pm until they’re gone. // Union Square, 333 Post St. (Union Square); details at flowerbulbday.com

Take the family for some hands-on art-making at de Youngsters Day Out. The free all-day event includes workshops and entertainment both inside and outside the museum; Saturday, 9:30am to 5:15pm. // de Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr. (Golden Gate Park); RSVP at eventbrite.com

If you prefer your fairytales with a little bit of spice don’t miss Twisted Disney—a dance party and drag spectacular tribute to Disney icons at Oasis; Saturday at 10pm. // Oasis, 298 11th St. (SoMa); tickets at eventbrite.com

Give vegetables their due at the Oh My Gulay (OMG) Plant-Based Festival. Expect plenty of healthy food plus pottery, crystals, medicinal potions, house plants, yoga, and more at this free event; Saturday, noon to 5pm. // Kapwa Gardens, 967 Mission St. (SoMa); details at kapwagardens.com

Get your hands on some righteous gemstones at the Northern California Crystal Fair. Shop for wholesale and retail crystals and minerals, have your aura read, learn from master teachers and holistic trainers, and more; Saturday and Sunday. // San Francisco County Fair Building, 9th & Lincoln (Golden Gate Park); details at crystalfair.com

Kick it with keynote speakers Hunter and Lexi Pence at Bring Change to Mind’s (BC2M) annual fundraiser luncheon at Oracle Park. Musician Charles Jones and Super Bowl champ Ricky Watters Sr. will also make appearances to support children and young adults facing mental illness; Saturday, 12:30pm. // Oracle Park, 24 Willie Mays Plaza (SoMa); tickets at bringchange2mind.org

Partake in a one-night-only, hour-long percussion sound bath by Ward Spangle at the Napa Lighted Art Festival; Saturday at 7pm. // Veterans Memorial Park, Main St. (Napa); details at festivalnapavalley.org

Get yourself to Sunday school—Chandon’s mixology school, that is. Learn to make festive sparkling cocktails

with their expert resident mixologist; Sundays at 11am through March 28th. // Chandon, 1 California Dr. (Yountville); tickets at tock.com

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