Angel Island

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Angel Island State Park occupies the largest island in San Francisco Bay and offers visitors a chance to hike or bike through woodlands and meadows, sunbathe and picnic at protected groves and enjoy wonderful views of Marin County, San Francisco and the Golden Gate. This historic island has hosted a Civil War fort, a stone quarry, a major military embarkation point and a Chinese immigration station. The island can only be reached by ferry or by private boat. The paved road that encircles the 760-acre island is a favorite of bikers and hikers. Numerous other trails crisscross the island and climb to the 781-foot summit of Mount Caroline Livermore. Camping is available at walk-in campsites. Dogs are prohibited on the island.