On quiet footpaths and trails coastal walkers leads you along the winding sausalito waterfront to the golden gate bridge with views of angel island the tiburon peninsula alcatraz island and the san francisco skyline on the way our route heads into the marin headlands in the golden gate national recreation area for a steady climb to battery spencer for panoramic views above the iconic golden gate bridge we pause to take photos and enjoy lunch or a snack not included high above the golden