Stow Lake

San Francisco, United States

4.1

Open now

7 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 415-386-2531
Website:
www.stowlakeboathouse.com
Address:
Golden Gate Park 50 Stow Lake Dr, San Francisco, CA, 94118
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.6 miJudah & 19th Ave
0.6 miJudah & 16th Ave‎
0.6 miBig Bus Tours Stop 11, Golden Gate Park
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Today

Today 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Open now
Local time (San Francisco) 15:36 Wednesday, 2 July 2025

Business hours

Monday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

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7 reviews of Stow Lake

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Place rating: 4
San Francisco, CA
I like this for walking
You’re in the middle of the city but can feel like you’re the only one around as you walk up the hill
The lake itself has many types of birds and turtles. They rent boats. Parking is relatively easy.
Place rating: 5
Berkeley, CA
this place has so many ducks!!! and they quack and they are small and round and soft
Place rating: 5
Walnut Creek, CA
I love stow lake I rented a paddle boat for an hour and it was great we went around the lake and got back in time. Very clean and quiet and great customer service. If u ever want to go and pack lunches to eat ur more than welcome to and you can also bring along your dog
Place rating: 3
Sacramento, CA
Boat rental is pricy but fun. Row boat 1 hour $ 20 Pedal boat 1 hour $ 25. It takes about 40 minutes to make full circle around stow lake on row boat. Beautiful settings. I gave 3 stars instead of 4 because staff that helped us get on the boat was little rude.
Place rating: 2
San Francisco, CA
I’ve been using the pedal boats most of my life here and have loved being on the lake, but when the Ortega Family Enterprises took over a couple of years ago and raised the price 42%, I walked away. I wrote to the Ortegas, a big organization (nothing «family» about them) in New Mexico. They run the Muir Woods concession and others, in national parks as well. I pleaded with them to give us locals a break in some way, e.g. 10 rides for $ 200. Didn’t hear a thing so am boycotting what used to be a terrific outing. Sad to see a San Francisco gem taken over by greedy people who worked local politics in their favor. $ 25+tax is outrageous for one hour on a pedal boat and I KNOW that many families have stopped using them; I’ve seen people walk away.
Place rating: 5
Larkspur, CA
I usually use the rental boats. What they usually don’t tell people is that for 10 bucks more, they will give you a paddle boat with a propeller. Quite handy.
I absolutely love this rental feature, because it’s relaxing!
Place rating: 5
San Diego, CA
I’ve rented a bike from this place about 5 times & they never disappoint. The location is convenient, right in the middle of Golden Gate Park. It’s nice to ride through the park, to the beach, & the shops south of Lincoln Way.
Along with a bike or cruiser, you get a chain & lock & an optional basket for carrying your stuff (no charge).
I remember paying about $ 20 for about 5 hours, which is more than plenty of time for me when I’m in that area of SF.
Be ready to give up your driver’s license until you return the bike. So if you plan on hitting up anything that requires you to show ID, plan accordingly.