Francisco Reservoir

This derelict reservoir was the very first large reservoir built in San Francisco in 1859. It served the exploding population that arrived here during the Gold Rush. It was declared unneeded in 1947. Recently several neighborhood associations in the area came together to get the property successfully transferred to the Recreation & Parks Dept. and it will be converted into a new public park for all San Franciscans in the next few years. It will be filled in, terraced and have amazing views of the Bridge, Marin Hills, Alcatraz, Angel Island, Maritime National Historic Park and the stunning San Francisco Bay. For more information or to donate go to