Mission Creek Boathouse

Calm water. Ballpark buzz.

Slip into glassy creek water a block from Oracle Park, then glide past houseboats, bridges, and skyline views. Perfect for coached sessions, private events, and game-day paddles—easy launch, photo-ready routes, pure SF.

Mission Creek Boathouse Features

  • Proximity on water to Oracle Park (Giants Games), McCovey Cove, Bay Bridge

  • Proximity on land to Mission Bay, SOMA, Fidi, Embarcadero, UCSF Hospitals

  • Ample kayak & paddle board storage

  • Accessible dock launch

  • Calm waters of Mission Creek (great for beginners).

  • Connected to Mission Creek Park with basketball courts, beach volleyball, picnic areas, and bathrooms.

We are excited to be expanding our programming and welcome all inquiries and feedback on how to best utilize the Mission Creek Boathouse.

  • 2026 Youth Camps

    Skill-building weeks on protected water. Small groups, steady progression, and fun routes when conditions line up—perfect for newer paddlers gaining confidence.

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  • 2026 Giants Games

    Game day on the water. Launch from Mission Creek and cruise near McCovey Cove—calm start, ballpark energy, skyline views. Book your slot for home dates.

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  • Private Events & Parties

    Turnkey group paddles from our Mission Creek dock. Calm water, easy launch, and photo-worthy routes—ideal for teams, celebrations, and visiting guests. Concierge planning available.

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  • Kayak & SUP Storage

    Keep your craft creek-side to paddle more, haul less. Accessible dock launch, generous capacity, and fast access to Mission Bay and McCovey Cove.

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Good to Know

  • When we’re open here: Every Giants home game, plus private events by appointment. Crane Cove remains daily HQ; regular weekend hours at Mission Creek are planned for Spring 2026. 

  • Why Mission Creek works: Calm water in the creek, accessible dock launch, quick access to McCovey Coveand Bay Bridge views, and adjacent Mission Creek Park amenities (courts, picnic areas, bathrooms). 

  • Plan with conditions: For tides, wind, route tips, and safety, see Paddling the Bay—aim for slack tide, hug shoreline, and use our webcam to check for whitecaps before launching. 

  • Location: Mission Creek Boathouse (Annex), 401 Berry St, San Francisco, CA 94158.

  • Yes—Mission Creek’s calm water is great for newer paddlers; still plan around slack tide and stay along the shoreline.

  • Not yet. We’re open every Giants home game and for private events by appointment; broader weekend hours are targeted for Spring 2026.

  • Yes—Mission Creek Park has bathrooms steps from the dock.

  • Use our Paddling the Bay guide for tides, wind checks, routes, and safety basics.