Active Park Projects
Bernal Heights Playground Renewal
This project will include the renewal of play equipment and safety surfacing to ensure ADA compliance and replace aging playground equipment.
Buchanan Street Mall Renovation Project
City park and pedestrian walkway that runs through a five-block section of the Western Addition, from Eddy Street to Grove Street.
Buena Vista Park Improvement Project
Extensive improvements to the paved path network.
Crocker Amazon Playground Improvements
Renovation of the playground with a nature-forward design, as well as improvements to irrigation, landscaping, fencing, and picnic seating.
Esprit Park Renovation Project
Full park renovation in partnership with Dogpatch & NW Potrero Hill Green Benefit District and UCSF.
Gene Friend Recreation Center
Construction of a new recreation center to replace existing building.
Golden Gate Park
Active projects in Golden Gate Park, including BAYS Breast Cancer Memorial Garden, 9th & Lincoln Gateway, and Senior Center Outdoor Recreation Area.
Great Famine Memorial Plaza Project
This project will construct a concrete platform and guardrail to host future artwork, such as informational plaques and a statue memorializing the Great Famine (1845-1852).
Great Highway Project
Run, stroll or roll— anyone, including bikers, joggers, pedestrians and skaters, can use this route and enjoy nature.
India Basin Waterfront Park
Development of a new, 10-acre waterfront park with parks, trails, and a comprehensive set of programs and amenities.
Jackson Playground Improvement Project
Renovation of entire park, including accessibility improvements and reinvigorated clubhouse.
Japantown Peace Plaza Renovation Project
Renovated plaza including improvements to paving, planting, seating, and central gathering space.
Kimbell Athletic Field Renovation
This project will replace field turf with new material that utilizes natural infill. All of the old turf will be removed and recycled.
Marina Improvement and Remediation Project
Environmental remediation, environmental stewardship, trail improvements, and increased public access and recreational amenities.
McLaren Park
Active projects in McLaren Park, including Herz Rec Center, Louis Sutter Playground, Shelley Promenade, and Yosemite Creek Daylighting.
Ocean Beach Climate Adaptation Project
Enhancing recreational and open space elements, including planned improvements to trails, restrooms, beach access stairs, and parking lots.
Portsmouth Square Improvement Project
Redesign of Portsmouth Square and surrounding parklands.
Portsmouth Square Elevator Modernization
This project will modernize three existing elevators at the Portsmouth Square Garage.
Precita Park Improvements Project
This project will add a prefabricated, single stall, all-gender accessible restroom as well as related site improvements.
Rachele Sullivan Park Project
Future park site at 11th and Natoma totaling .48 acres.
Randolph and Bright Mini Park Children’s Play Improvements
Renovation of Mini Park to add children’s nature exploration area and improve pathways and access points.
Silver Terrace Children's Play Improvements
Renovation of the playground with a nature-forward design, as well as improvements to irrigation, landscaping, fencing, and picnic seating.
South Sunset Clubhouse
Reconfiguration and renovation of the interior of Clubhouse, as well as access improvements, landscaping, and beautification.
Stern Grove Playground Renovation
Restoring a children’s playground and removing old sand areas.
Tenderloin Recreation Center Children’s Playground Improvements
This project will construct a new Children’s Play Area (CPA) with Nature Exploration Area (NEA), seating areas, and ADA improvements.
Trocadero Clubhouse Repairs
This project will repair building damages caused by 2023 winter storms.
Twin Peaks Trails Improvement & Promenade Project
Improve the main trail, repair existing trails and steps, eliminate social trails, and additional wayfinding signage.
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Kezar Pavilion Renovation Project | Project update, January 2024
Next month, RPD staff will be presenting the concept design for the Kezar Pavilion Renovation Project to the Recreation and Park Commission for approval. This marks an important milestone for the project, and we want to thank everyone for their Read on…
Trocadero Clubhouse | Construction update, January 2025
Getting closer! Our operations staff are putting on the finishing touches to make sure our beloved Trocadero is ready for public use. Stay tuned for an update about the project’s completion, which should be coming soon Read on…
Stern Grove Playground Renovation | Construction update, January 2025
The contractor is currently focused on replacing the fencing along Sloat Avenue and completing the final stages of boulder placement within the playground Read on…
Build Your Future with CityBuild Academy!
Rec Park is proud to collaborate with CityBuild and the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to support workforce development. These partnerships have enabled us to engage local laborers, who are currently making an impact at Herz Rec Center. Read on…
Esprit Park | Re-opening Celebration on February 5
Join us for the reopening of Esprit Park (19th and Minnesota streets) on February 5, from noon to 1 p.m. This 2-acre park in the city’s Dogpatch neighborhood has undergone an extensive renovation, featuring two beautiful new meadows Read on…
Gene Friend Rec Center | Construction update: Weekend Work on 1/25 and Parking Reminders
Please be advised that we anticipate the Contractor team will be working this Saturday, January 25, from 7 am to up to 7 pm. While we have encountered several challenges with obstructions in the soil, we have worked collaboratively with the design and Read on…
Bernal Heights Playground | REMINDER: Drop-in Q & A session with Rec Park staff today, 1/23, 2:30-4:30
Drop-in Q & A session with Rec Park staff today! - Thursday, January 23, 2:30-4:30pm. Meet at Bernal Heights Recreation Center Playground (Moultrie Street & Cortland Avenue). Survey now extended through Sunday, January 26! Read on…
Bernal Heights Playground | Drop-in Q & A session with Rec Park staff, Thursday, January 23, 2:30-4:30
Drop-in Q & A session with Rec Park staff, Thursday, January 23, 2:30-4:30pm. Meet at Bernal Heights Recreation Center Playground (Moultrie Street & Cortland Avenue). Survey now extended through Sunday, January 26! Read on…
Japantown Peace Plaza Renovation | Construction update, January 17, 2025
Saturday Work scheduled for January 18 and January 25 to catch up from holiday rain delays. No night work in January. Waterproofing work continues on the concrete slabs near Post Street East Mall entrance and behind the fences of the current Read on…
Buchanan Street Mall | Exciting Opportunity Alert - Orientation for Construction Training!
Build Your Future with Success Centers and the Buchanan Street Mall Renovations Project! Are you ready to jumpstart your career in construction? Our workforce development partner, Success Centers, is hosting Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training Read on…
McLaren Trails | McLaren Park Upper Reservoir Parking Lot closed, starting 1/20
Upper Reservoir Parking Lot and nearby trails and paths will be closed for more than a month, weather depending, starting 1/20. The pathway circling the Upper Reservoir remains open as do the connections to this pathway from Philosopher’s Way in the Read on…
Tenderloin Recreation Center Playground | Design Update, January 2025
The finalized concept design will be presented to the SF Recreation and Park Commission for approval on Thursday, January 16. This project integrates extensive community input gathered through outreach events, stakeholder meetings, and interactive Read on…
Gene Friend Rec Center | Construction update: Weekend Work on 1/11 and 1/18
Please be advised that we anticipate the Contractor team will be working this Saturday, January 11, and, likely, the following Saturday, January 18, from 7 am to up to 7 pm. While we have encountered several challenges with obstructions in the soil, we Read on…
Bernal Heights Playground | REMINDER: Community meeting, Saturday, January 11, 10am-12pm
Please join the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department to discuss the renewal of the playground surfacing and equipment at the Bernal Heights Recreation Center Playground. Share your feedback with our survey Read on…
Golden Gate Park-Senior Center Outdoor Recreation Area | REMINDER: Survey #2 open through January 13
Based on feedback from the initial round of community outreach, two concept designs have been created to illustrate a range of potential alternatives. The NEW OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA will enable us to support more senior-focused outdoor fitness Read on…
Let’sPlaySF! Initiative | Take the Let’sPlaySF! Playground Survey open through January 31, 2025
Thanks to the successful Let’sPlaySF! Initiative funded by the 2012 Park Bond, SF Parks Alliance, and philanthropic partners we are renovating 13 dilapidated playgrounds across our city. With 11 playgrounds already beautifully renovated and two more Read on…
Let’sPlaySF! Initiative | REMINDER: Let’sPlaySF! Playground Survey open through January 31
Thanks to the successful Let’sPlaySF! Initiative funded by the 2012 Park Bond, SF Parks Alliance, and philanthropic partners we are renovating 13 dilapidated playgrounds across our city. With 11 playgrounds already beautifully renovated and two more Read on…
Portsmouth Square Elevator Modernization | Construction update, December 2024
We have now wrapped up work on elevator car 1. It will be open to the public in early 2025. Work on elevator car 2 will begin once elevator 1 is back in service Read on…
Lake Merced Trail Improvements | Construction complete!
The renovated pathway along the NW corner of Lake Merced is officially open to the public! We have replaced fitness stations, benches, and picnic tables, installed a new drinking fountain, and upgraded ADA parking spaces. Additionally, we planted new Read on…
Harding Park ADA Improvements | Project update, December 2024
The ADA focused improvements at Harding Park and Clubhouse are in the final stages. We have installed a new pedestrian crosswalk linking the clubhouse to the driving range, and made improvements to the ADA accessible parking stalls, and the outdoor patio Read on…
Kezar Pavilion Renovation Project | Project update, December 2024
Thanks to everyone who attended our third community meeting on December 16, where we explored the final concept design for this legendary venue. The meeting materials, including the presentation and meeting boards, are now posted on the project webpage Read on…
Stern Grove Playground Renovation | Construction update, December 2024
The contractor is installing the boulder border at the edge of the playground and constructing the wooden boardwalk. Next step will be installing the playground equipment in early 2025 Read on…
Japantown Peace Plaza Renovation | Construction update, December 24, 2024
The recent rains are testing our newly installed waterproofing! To date, 80% of the waterproofing substrate preparation and 50% of the waterproofing assembly have been completed, and they are performing beautifully! East Mall: Entrance from Post Street Read on…
Golden Gate Park-Senior Center Outdoor Recreation Area | Survey #2 open now through January 13
Based on feedback from the initial round of community outreach, two concept designs have been created to illustrate a range of potential alternatives. The NEW OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA will enable us to support more senior-focused outdoor fitness Read on…
Bernal Heights Playground | Community meeting, Saturday, January 11, 10am-12pm
Please join the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department to discuss the renewal of the playground surfacing and equipment at the Bernal Heights Recreation Center Playground. Share your feedback with our survey Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, December 2024
We are continuing to push toward substantial completion of construction and the re-opening of the park. We have a couple big pushes left: Delivery and installation of wood and metal custom picnic tables and benches and replacement of damaged park signs Read on…
Rachele Sullivan Park | San Francisco Arts Commission selects Wofford’s Natomarama art proposal
On Monday, December 2, the San Francisco Arts Commission approved artist Jenifer Wofford’s conceptual proposal, Natomarama, for the public art opportunity at Rachele Sullivan Park (11th and Natoma). Congratulations to the artist and to the dedicated Read on…
Gene Friend Rec Center | Construction update, December 2024
Please be advised that we anticipate the Contractor team will be working this Saturday, December 21, from 7 am to no later than 7 pm. We are authorizing this work to keep construction progressing as quickly as possible. Weekend work that was scheduled for Read on…
Trocadero Clubhouse | Construction update, December 2024
We are finishing up the last of the FEMA inspections in preparation for reopening the clubhouse next year. Please stay tuned for upcoming news about when the building will be ready once again for public use. We are almost there! Read on…
Marina Project Update | Community Meeting Q & A Summary and Next Steps
Thank you to all who attended our Community Meeting on 12/5/2024. You will find a summary of the Q & A, inclusive of questions we were not able to answer at the meeting, as well as a link to the slides from Read on…