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Camino de San Francisco
Reflection • Simplicity • Community
Reflection
Simplicity
Community
A pilgrimage from Mission San Rafael Arcángel to Mission Dolores in San Francisco, inspired by St. Francis of Assisi and the historic mission trails of California.
Sacred Sites
Along the way, pilgrims encounter missions, chapels, and natural spaces that reveal the region’s deep spiritual heritage. Each site invites pause, prayer, and connection with the divine.
O God, who brought your servant Abraham out of the land of the Chaldeans, protecting him in his wanderings, who guided the Hebrew people across the desert, we ask that you watch over your servants who, for the love of your name, make a pilgrimage to Compostela.
For thousands of years, people have gone on pilgrimage in search of encounters with God, themselves, and others. The Camino de San Francisco is a path following the footprints of St. Francis, St. Junipero Serra, and the Franciscans with opportunities for reflection and prayer.
Spiritual Exercises for the Path
Pilgrimage has always been rooted in prayer and reflection. Before and during your Camino, consider:
- Celebrating Mass at your parish or one of the churches along the way.
- Receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) to lighten the burdens that you are carrying.
- Praying the Rosary or another devotion that draws you closer to Christ through Mary.
- Carrying intentions—for loved ones, peace, healing, or gratitude—to hold in prayer as you walk.
- Spending moments of silence to simply listen—to nature, to your heart, and to God.
The Route
The Route
Rooted in California’s mission history, this 24.5-mile route follows the path connecting Mission San Rafael Arcángel and Mission Dolores in San Francisco. As you walk, you enter a living tradition of pilgrimage—one where nature, history, and prayer come together to shape a meaningful encounter with God.
Section 1
Mission San Rafael to Manzanita (approx. 9.2 miles)
Section 2
St. Patrick Larkspur to Manzanita (approx. 7.6 miles)
Section 3
Manzanita to Golden Gate Bridge (approx. 6.0 miles)
Section 4
Golden Gate Bridge to Mission San Francisco de Asís (Mission Dolores) via National Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi and The Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption (approx. 8.5 miles)
Gallery Of Our Pilgrimage Route
Explore moments along the Camino de San Francisco through images of the missions, trails, and sacred places that shape this pilgrimage.
Golden Gate
Golden Gate
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Key Facts & Numbers
Every pilgrimage is shaped by the landscapes we cross and the moments that mark our journey. These key facts and numbers offer a snapshot of the Camino de San Francisco and what to expect as you walk this sacred path.
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