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Dolores Park

(56 Ratings)
Gay urban "beach"
At the southwest, top corner of Dolores Park, a grassy ledge dubbed the Fruit Shelf offers stunning views of the city. Leave it to the gays to adopt this chunk of prime real estate.


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Reviews

koreykuhl
koreykuhl
Over a year ago

great outdoor hangout

Dolores Park is a great place to hang out when it's sunny. The back hill has been deemed everything from the "fruit shelf" to "the gay beach." Wether you want great views of the city or other guys, this is a one of a kind place in the city.


Bonjoursexy
Bonjoursexy
Over a year ago

Tennis and Lounging


PrincessKenHodges
PrincessKenHodges
Over a year ago

I'd LOVE toloose my virginity there to muscular men!

Hot place


oscarraymundo
oscarraymundo
Over a year ago

Great view

The gay area towards the hill in the back has been dubbed the Manshelf - sit here and catch all the cuties in their mankinis on our very own "beach."


christophernull
christophernull
Over a year ago

The best Spot in the city!

Sunday Funday @ it's best.


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