San Francisco’s running scene is shaped by dramatic landscapes, iconic views, and a consistently mild climate, rarely too cold in winter and almost never too hot in summer, that makes running enjoyable year-round. The city offers an exceptional range of routes, from the rolling paths and meadows of Golden Gate Park to the postcard-perfect run across the Golden Gate Bridge, plus long, flat miles along the Embarcadero and windswept stretches of Ocean Beach. For runners who love a challenge, Twin Peaks and countless other steep urban hills deliver some of the most rewarding climbs anywhere. The community is lively and wide-ranging, with clubs spanning competitive groups like West Valley Track Club to creative, socially driven crews like Unseen Run Club, supported by independent shops such as The Running Wylder. San Francisco also hosts standout races, including the SF Marathon and the legendary Bay to Breakers, making running here as much a part of the city’s culture as its hills and coastal views.