15 Outdoor Spots You Won't Believe Exist in the Heart of San Francisco​

Although Angel Island is hard to miss when gazing upon the San Francisco Bay, very few people are even aware of all the treasures it bestows. Let's see: there's the miles of hiking trails, sweeping panoramic views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge and the city's skyline, and — of course — lots and lots of refreshing air.

And get this: unless you own a boat or kayak, you'll have to hop aboard a ferry from Pier 41 in San Francisco. Now, is that not the the perfect excuse to sail across the Bay or what?