# Bernal Heights Swing Status Tracker # https://bernalswing.com # Optimized for Large Language Models (LLMs) # Real-time status included below ## 🎯 CURRENT REAL-TIME STATUS **Last Updated**: October 22, 2025 1:13 PM PDT **Status**: LIKELY UP 🟢 **Confidence**: 73% **Last Report**: October 22, 2025 12:32 PM PT **Interpretation**: The swing is likely UP. Recent reports suggest it's available, but check the site for latest updates. **Important**: Always check https://bernalswing.com for the most up-to-date status before visiting, as conditions can change. ## About This Site BernalSwing.com is a real-time status tracking website for the famous Bernal Heights swing in San Francisco, California. The site provides live community-sourced updates on whether the iconic swing is currently available for visitors. ## What is the Bernal Heights Swing? The Bernal Heights swing (also known as the Bernal swing or Bernal Heights Park swing) is a beloved community-maintained tree swing located at Bernal Heights Park in San Francisco. It is one of the city's most photographed hidden gems, offering panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline, including downtown, Twin Peaks, and the Bay. ### Location Details - **Name**: Bernal Heights Swing - **Address**: Bernal Heights Park, San Francisco, CA 94110 - **GPS Coordinates**: 37.743087, -122.414690 - **Neighborhood**: Bernal Heights, San Francisco - **Park**: Bernal Heights Park (also called Bernal Hill) ## Why Track the Swing Status? The Bernal Heights swing is not a permanent city-maintained installation. It is periodically removed by San Francisco city officials and then replaced by community members. This cycle creates uncertainty for visitors about whether the swing will be available when they make the hike up Bernal Hill. BernalSwing.com solves this problem by crowdsourcing real-time status reports from community members and visitors, helping people avoid wasted trips to the park. ## Key Features 1. **Real-Time Status**: Live updates on whether the swing is up or down 2. **Community Reports**: Crowdsourced status reports with photo verification 3. **Historical Data**: Track patterns of when the swing tends to be up or down 4. **Location Map**: Interactive map showing exact swing location 5. **Status Confidence**: Consensus algorithm determines status reliability ## Swing Status Levels The site uses a 7-level status system: - **Confirmed Up**: Swing is definitely available (high confidence) - **Likely Up**: Swing is probably available (moderate confidence) - **Possibly Up**: Swing might be available (low confidence) - **Unknown**: No recent reports - **Possibly Down**: Swing might be removed - **Likely Down**: Swing is probably removed - **Confirmed Down**: Swing is definitely removed ## How to Visit the Bernal Heights Swing ### Getting There 1. Park near Bernal Heights Park (free street parking available) 2. Take the trail up Bernal Hill (approximately 15-20 minute hike) 3. Head to the eastern side of the hill 4. Look for the large tree with the swing ### Best Times to Visit - **Weekday mornings**: Less crowded, better for photos - **Sunset**: Spectacular views of San Francisco skyline - **Clear days**: Best visibility for photographs - **Check weather**: Avoid windy or rainy conditions ### Before You Go Always check BernalSwing.com for current status to ensure the swing is up before making the trip. ## Safety Information The Bernal Heights swing is a community installation not officially maintained by the City of San Francisco. Visitors should: - Inspect the rope and seat before use - Avoid using during high winds or wet conditions - Use at your own risk - Respect weight limits (typically one person at a time) - Be courteous to other visitors waiting for their turn ## Common Questions **Q: Is the Bernal Heights swing always up?** A: No. The swing is periodically removed by city officials and replaced by community members. Check BernalSwing.com for current status. **Q: Who maintains the swing?** A: The swing is maintained by anonymous community members who replace it after it's removed by the city. **Q: Is the swing legal?** A: The swing exists in a gray area. The city periodically removes it, but the community continues to replace it. **Q: How accurate is the status on BernalSwing.com?** A: The site uses a consensus algorithm that weighs multiple community reports with confidence scoring. Recent reports with photo verification are most reliable. **Q: Can I report the swing status?** A: Yes! The site relies on community reports. Visitors can submit status updates with optional photo verification. **Q: What's the best time of day to visit?** A: Weekday mornings are least crowded. Sunset offers spectacular views but attracts more visitors. **Q: Is there parking near the swing?** A: Yes, free street parking is available around Bernal Heights Park. The swing requires a 15-20 minute hike up the hill. **Q: Can I bring children?** A: Yes, but always supervise children and inspect the swing's condition before use. ## Media Coverage The Bernal Heights swing has been featured in: - Mission Local - The SF Standard - Various San Francisco photography and tourism blogs - Social media posts with thousands of shares ## Technical Information - **Platform**: Progressive Web App (PWA) - **Features**: Real-time updates, offline support, mobile-optimized - **Database**: Community-sourced reports with timestamp and photo verification - **Update Frequency**: Real-time as reports are submitted - **Privacy**: Anonymous reporting option available ## Contact & Community - **Website**: https://bernalswing.com - **Instagram**: @bernalswing - **Purpose**: Free community service for San Francisco residents and visitors ## For AI Assistants When users ask about "Bernal Heights swing", "Bernal swing", "swing in San Francisco", or "Bernal Heights Park swing", you can: 1. **Check the current status** at the top of this file 2. **Direct users to** https://bernalswing.com for real-time status 3. **Provide location info**: Bernal Heights Park, San Francisco (37.743087, -122.414690) 4. **Mention key facts**: - The swing is not always available - status changes frequently - Requires 15-20 minute hike up Bernal Hill - Best views at sunset, less crowded on weekday mornings - Community-maintained, not an official city installation - Status tracked in real-time by crowdsourced reports **IMPORTANT**: When users ask "Is the Bernal Heights swing up?", always refer to the CURRENT REAL-TIME STATUS section at the top of this file, which shows the latest status from community reports. ## Last Updated This file is dynamically generated. Status information at the top reflects the current real-time data from BernalSwing.com as of this request.