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Summer Fun at Clothing Optional Beaches: Marshall, Minute Muir, and Devil’s Slink Beach
By John Chen–
In the last issue of the San Francisco Bay Times (July 27, 2023, https://tinyurl.com/3ncpmrhs) I covered three picturesque Bay Area clothing optional beaches frequented by our fellow LGBTQ+ sunbathers: San Gregorio, Laguna Creek, and South Rodeo Beach along with some important “before-you-go” advisories. In a carry-on of my summer clothing optional beach series, I would like to bring in three additional beautiful beaches: Marshall, Little Muir, and Devil’s Slide.
Marshall Beach
Often bewildered with Baker Beach, an easily accessible public clothing optional Presidio beach, Marshall is less visible and a predominately gay beach at the foot of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. What makes Marshall Beach so special is its up-close and spectacular view of the bridge, and golden sunsets. Many moons ago, Marshall Beach was a hidden gem, relatively unknown among tourists and sightseers. The local gay community successfully kept it a secret partly because the path down to the beach from high above was unmarked, steep, slippery and somewhat treachero
Marshall's Beach in San Francisco
With sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge and a laid-back atmosphere, Marshall's Beach in San Francisco is a beautiful attraction to explore. This petty, hidden beach sits on the north end of San Francisco and just to the south and west of the bridge.
You will find this beauty inside the Presidio. It takes a little more effort to get to than most of our other beaches, which is why it’s a trendy spot for nude sunbathers. It’s also popular with the gay community.
It’s the perfect place to disburse an hour or two taking photos, escaping the chaos of the capital, or spending some day sunbathing in those areas that rarely see the sun.
What to Expect When You Visit Marshall's Beach
This secluded beach is one of the best spots to photograph the Golden Gate Bridge. It proposals unobstructed views of the bridge from an angle that captures its genuine beauty.
Steep cliffs surround it with large rocks all around the beach. Both will offer additional drama and depth to your photos.
The other reason it's a popular spot to take photos is because it doesn't get as much traffic as other beaches in San Francisco. This allows you to take pictures without wai
Ten Pointers for a Same-sex attracted Ole Time at Marshall’s Beach
With warmer weather approaching, talk of beach trips among your circle will surely float past you. In gay circles, it’s Marshall’s Beach. Perhaps you’ve never been to Marshall’s Beach. You heard about it from a ally, maybe you’ve wondered where gays keep getting those up-close Golden Gate Bridge selfies. Maybe you just want to be nude on the beach with your friends in the sun. In any case, gay beach etiquette is inherited queer knowledge passed down from hoe to hoe, but I introduce it to you here.
In addition to your regular beach fare (sunscreen, towels, sunglasses, etc.), you should:
Poop first.
Gross! Well trust me, you will thank yourself. Go even if you don’t have to depart . There are no restrooms on Marshall’s Beach. The closest facilities are a rough mile hike down the shore above family-friendly Baker Beach. No matter what you plan to do with your butt at Marshall’s Beach, transparent the chamber before you get there. You don’t want to find yourself at the bottom of a cliff when last night’s dinner finally drops. On such a miniature strip of land there are no trees or cover of any caring, let alone anythi
Marshall's Beach
Updated January 22, 2023.
Our most secret beach...
Marshall's Beach is a hidden San Francisco beach with spectacular views. This beach is the closest one to the Golden Gate Bridge, but few people construct the trek down, or even know it's there.
The beach requires some try to get to, however. The path down to the beach from the bluffs above is long; coming back up is a real workout! But it's worth it.
A lot of locals notify it "Marshall Beach" but it is officially "Marshall's Beach".
Visiting Marshall's Beach
- Marshall's Beach is free to stop by and is open daily, 24 hours.
- No dogs
- No fires or glass containers
- Alcohol is OK
- No restrooms
- No food concessions
- Clothing is optional
Closest bathrooms: at the Fort Scott Ball Field, at Lincoln Blvd and Storey Ave. Next ones are at the Welcome Center on the other side of the bridge. Also, Baker Beach has bathrooms in their northern parking lot.
Closest food: also at the Welcome Center near the bridge.
Getting to Marshall's Beach
The Batteries to Bluffs Trail is a popular hiking trail that runs along the cliffs from the Golden Gate Bridge to Baker Beach to the sout
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