Outdoor Adventure Program

Explore, Discover, and Relax!

USF students sitting on the sand at Baker Beach practicing yoga with “silent disco” headphones on. The photo captures 4 USF female students in the front row, two with eyes closed, two with eyes open, all four with their left hand on the right knee, right arm placed behind them to the side, stretching. Behind them are more students immersed in the outdoor beach yoga class together.

A very happy and excited group of 28 USF students standing outside of Oracle Park with palm trees behind them and the Oracle Park sign.

A fun and excited group of 28 USF students at Six Flags Amusement Park on a hot sunny weekend standing for a group photo outside the directory sign with trees in the background and Coca Cola sun umbrellas.

4 USF students in tandem kayaks with orange paddles in the bay looking towards the camera.

USF students in tandem kayaks headed towards the Golden Gate Bridge that’s covered in fog.

The Recreational Sports Department offers an array of wellness activities and weekend excursions throughout the semester to help you escape to the outdoors, learn a new skill, build connections with your peers, and above all, to have fun! Trips are discounted for USF students.

Trips & excursions include:

Beach and Paint Escape
Beach Yoga Retreat
Great America Amusement Park
Half-Day Wilderness Hiking Trips
Kayak the SF Bay
Outdoor Mini Golf (at Stagecoach Greens)
Spikeball Outings
Trail Running

Trips and excursions are led by USF student staff. Photo ID required upon check-in at the front lobby of Koret Health & Recreation Center. All trip participants must travel to and from campus and the event site with the entire group.

Self-Guided Exploration in Golden Gate Park

There are so many places to discover, explore, and get active in beautiful Golden Gate Park (walking distance to USF Hilltop campus)!

Check out these hidden gems and don't forget to tag us @usfkoret in your adventures!

PANHANDLE

Get Active in GGP

The Golden Gate Park Panhandle is approximately three-quarters of a mile in length, stretching from Stanyan to Baker Streets; and situated between Fell and Oak Streets. You can walk, stroll, ride, run, or frolic the path.

GOLF

Get Active in GGP

This nine-hole, par-3 golf course is certain to provide players with a unique and memorable experience.

POLO FIELDS

Get Active in GGP

The Golden Gate Park Stadium, also known as the Polo Field, the park's largest element, plays host to many different types of events, singular and en masse. Here visitors can jog, watch soccer, or attend major civic events like the annual Outside Lands Music Festival.

CHAIN OF LAKES

Get Active in GGP

Also known as Golden Gate Park’s ‘Enchanted Forest’ for this secretive grove surrounded by various fauna and views. These three lakes give you a chance for a beautiful stroll through shaded areas you might not have seen before.