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State Park Overview |
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In the middle of San Francisco Bay sits Angel Island State Park, offering spectacular views of the San Francisco skyline, the Marin Headlands and Mount Tamalpais.
The island is also alive with history. Three thousand years ago the island was a fishing and hunting site for Coastal Miwok Indians. It was later a haven for Spanish explorer Juan de Ayala, a cattle ranch, and a U.S. Army post.
From 1910 to 1940, the island processed thousands of immigrants. During World War II, Japanese, and German POWs were held on the island, which was also used as a jumping-off point for American soldiers returning from the Pacific. In the 50s and 60s, the island was home to a Nike missile base.
Today, there are two active Coast Guard stationsat Point Blunt and Point Stuarton the island. Angel Island became a State Park in 1958. |
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Delightfully situated in the very heart of San Francisco,the Washington Square Inn welcomes its guests with all the charm and comfort only a small European hotel can provide. | |
A European-style inn with warm hospitality located in the charming village of San Anselmo with easy access to San Francisco, the Sonoma and Napa wine countries and Pt. Reyes National Seashore. | |
Architect designed, spacious, romantic, private, suites & room in beautiful, tranquil garden setting at Point Reyes National Seashore. 1 hour from San Francisco and wine country. Fireplace, kitchen |
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Historical and visitor information about Angel Island State Park in California. Site of a National Historic Landmark, the Immigration Station played a role in the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 ... | |
Please note that the photo time stamp is Pacific STANDARD Time. Ayala Cove, Angel Island State Park This is a nearly live photo of Ayala Cove on Angel Island State Park from the second floor of ... | |
... permitting. GroupTramTours can be booked year-round depending on group size and driver availability. Angel Island State Park is open daily year-round Also, often referred to as the "Jewel of the ... | |
Angel Island State Park, San Francisco Bay. A short ferry ride from San Francisco, Tiburon, Oakland or Vallejo. Enjoy spectacular ... Facts about Angel Island State Park Brief History Angel Island ... |
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