Fort Miley Off Leash Dog Area offers a unique San Francisco experience, rooted in a surprisingly complex military history.
Established circa 1938, the area’s origins trace back to the Lake Merced Military Reservation, acquired in 1900.
Initially designed to house coast defense mortar batteries – specifically Battery Davis, named after Major General Richmond P. Davis – Fort Miley’s purpose shifted dramatically during World War II.
The site became a crucial area for the San Francisco area, encompassing Battery 129 (Construction 129), a partially constructed battery not armed, and Battery Bluff, equipped with four 155mm guns.
Throughout the war, four 40mm Bofors gun batteries were also strategically positioned.
Prior to its military function, the land was part of the larger Lake Merced Reservation, which itself had a history tied to the development of San Francisco.
The establishment of the fort reflects the city’s role as a naval defense point during a period of global tensions.
The disarming of Battery Bruff in 1920 and the impact of the Washington Naval Treaty in 1923 demonstrate the ebb and flow of military investment and the changing strategic landscape.
Today, the Fort Miley Off Leash Dog Area provides a remarkably historic space for canine recreation, standing as a tangible link to San Francisco's military past.
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