185 montague ^Tennis Free public tennis courts abound in the city. Contact the Recreation and Park Department for

^Tennis Free public tennis courts abound in the city. Contact the Recreation 185 montague and Park Department for the one nearest you. Golden 185 montague Gate Park has 21 courts, for which a small fee is charged, but you can book in advance. Most public outdoor courts are open from sunrise to sunset. Indoor courts are the purview of private tennis clubs, with membership 185 montague required. d San Francisco Recreation and Park Department: (415) 831-2700 Golden Gate Park: (415) 753-7001

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