Okay, let’s get practical. Golden Gate Park’s general rule for all visitors: No glass bottles. Seriously, none. Broken glass and bare feet don’t mix, and the park rangers do not want to be your cleanup crew.
So leave the wine bottles at home—unless you want to be that person pouring Chardonnay into a plastic cup while hiding behind a bush. We see you.
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Also, no weapons. That includes pocket knives with blades over 2.5 inches. Sorry, you’ll have to leave your Rambo cosplay for another day.
Pro Tips for Your Bag
Pack a reusable water bottle. There are hydration stations everywhere. Stay hydrated, or you’ll turn into a prune by the Japanese Tea Garden.
Bring a light jacket. San Francisco’s fog is a polite but persistent guest. One minute it’s 75°F, the next you’re shivering next to a bison in the paddock.
And for the love of sourdough, don’t bring a suitcase. I saw a tourist once rolling a small suitcase through the park. It was like they were commuting to the tulips. Just… don’t.