Last November, San Francisco voters approved the ballot measure for a new park on the Great Highway. The proposition was contentious, with many San Franciscans eager for a new park, while residents closer to the potential park worried about the effects of losing the road.
Now, a few short months after Proposition K was passed, the new park officially has an opening date—and it’s only a month away. The new ocean front park is set to open on April 12, and the park’s name will be up to the public. You can suggest names for the park through an online form, and on Tuesday, March 18th, a virtual committee meeting will review submissions and gather feedback. Then, between March 20 and April 2nd, the public will help determine the final name for the park.
The 2-mile park spans the road from Lincoln Way to Sloat Boulevard along the waterfront. Starting in 2021, the road was closed to traffic on the weekends, inviting people to bike, run, and walk along the scenic road to further enjoy the waterfront.
SF Recreation and Parks also announced a series of new improvements the public can look forward to with the park. Murals, seating areas with chairs and hammocks, and public art installations are all part of the first wave of improvements. Additionally, a place for skating, fitness, and a children’s Nature Exploration Area are all upcoming amenities.
“This park belongs to the people of San Francisco,” said Rec and Park General Manager Phil Ginsburg. “It’s a place where the City meets the sea, where art and nature come together, and where San Franciscans will leave their mark—not just by enjoying the park, but by giving it its name. We can’t wait to celebrate this historic moment on April 12.”
Earlier this year, the park secured grant permit approval for the project from the Coastal Commission, which signified a major step to create the park. On April 12, 2025, a ribbon cutting ceremony will officially open the new park to the public.