Golden Gate Park Polo Field

Matty B

Large multi-purpose sport fields. The inner ring (paved) is exclusively for bikes, while the outer ring (gravel and dirt) is for walking and running. On the weekends, there’s often kids’ sport leagues using the fields.

Michael Delehanty Real Estate

This is one of the busiest places in San Francisco and it’s no wonder why. The field is huge and multiple soccer games can go on at once. The track around the outside was blocked off when I was there probably to keep speeding bikes from running down eight year old soccer stars. The grass was long and the fields are actually terrible for good soccer but all of that can be overlooked since it’s such a beautiful area. For some weird reason, parking isn’t that bad but getting here is challenging especially with traffic along the side streets. Plan on an hour to get here from the East Bay. Outside Lands is also held here and that’s amazing too. A few years back I saw Sir Paul McCartney here and that was special. I doubt you’ll see Paul walking around on a random Saturday but you will find lots going on here. Stop by and see for yourself.

Matt Simpson

We play soccer here and it's a great spot. It gets windy in the evening though so be prepared. Make sure you are aware of the semi pro cyclists on velodrome and give space. The upper track may be more your speed.

Matt Savage

The Polo Field has been my urban multi-tool for decades. I have used its dirt track for both running and contemplative walks. While San Francisco has a plethora of great walking routes, there is something uniquely meditative about walking around the Polo Field track. Maybe it's the sweeping Vista or the lush grass or even the geese grazing on said grass? Whatever, it's a great way to refresh the mind!