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Explore›San Francisco›Routes›Richmond District → Presidio

Richmond District to Presidio by bike

The SuperSafe™ route is 3.1 mi and takes about 20 min, with 79% on quiet streets and bike paths. Expect some hills, with 174 ft of climbing in total.

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SuperSafe™

via 7th Avenue, Park Boulevard Trail and Incinerator Road

20 min
79% QuietModerate Hills

3.1 mi

CLIMB▲ 174 ft
DESCENT▼ 328 ft
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Why this route?

Avoids Arguello Boulevard

SAFETY, BY DISTANCE

SuperSafe™3.1 mi · 20 min
104
Direct2.2 mi · 14 min
1065 · 9561
  • Cycle route
  • Protected / quiet
  • Moderate
  • Busier road
  • Shared with pedestrians

AVOIDED ALONG THE WAY

  • !

    Avoids Arguello Boulevard and Graham Street

    Busier roads or shared paths

ELEVATION

174 ft of climbing on the SuperSafe™ route, 128 ft on the direct route.

SuperSafe™ -154 ftDirect -141 ft

About this route

Starting in the Richmond District, the SuperSafe™ route to Presidio spans 3.1 miles and takes about 20 minutes. The ride features moderate hills, with a climb of 174 feet and a descent of 328 feet. About 79% of the journey is on quiet streets and bike paths, providing a more peaceful ride. The route begins on 7th Avenue, continues along Lake Street and 14th Avenue, and then follows Park Boulevard Trail and Park Boulevard. As you approach the destination, you'll cycle along the Presidio Promenade, Incinerator Road, and finally, Lincoln Boulevard.

In comparison to the direct route, which is 2.2 miles and takes about 14 minutes, SuperSafe™ adds about 6 minutes to your ride. However, it offers a calmer experience by steering clear of busier roads like Arguello Boulevard and Graham Street. The direct route has about 42% of its path on busier roads or shared paths. SuperSafe™ finishes on Presidio Promenade, Incinerator Road, and Lincoln Boulevard, leading you smoothly into Presidio.

The route, street by street

  1. 7th AvenueQuiet streets
    0.7 mi
  2. Lake StreetBike path
    2165 ft
  3. 14th AvenueQuiet streets
    378 ft
  4. Park Boulevard TrailQuiet streets
    0.6 mi
  5. Park Boulevard

Questions

How long does it take to cycle from Richmond District to Presidio?

About 20 min at an easy pace on the SuperSafe™ route, which is 3.1 mi. The most direct route is 2.2 mi and takes about 14 min, with more of it on busier roads.

What is the safest way to cycle from Richmond District to Presidio?

SuperSafe™ goes via 7th Avenue, Park Boulevard Trail and Incinerator Road. 79% of the route is on quiet streets and bike paths; the rest is short stretches with some traffic, mostly at crossings.

Is the ride from Richmond District to Presidio hilly?

A little. It climbs 174 ft in total, with a few moderate hills along the way.

Can I get turn-by-turn directions for this route?

Yes, in the Cyclemate app for iPhone and Android. Open this page on your phone and tap Open in Cyclemate: the route loads in the app, ready to start with turn-by-turn navigation from Richmond District.

Is the Cyclemate app free?

Yes. Cyclemate is free to download on iPhone and Android, and SuperSafe™ directions and the live San Francisco map are included.

Why does the route change?

It is planned live on Cyclemate's San Francisco map, which picks up new bike paths, roadworks and closures, and reports from riders. When the streets change, so does the route.

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