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Alcatraz Reopens After Shutdown Halt With Late-Morning Restart

Partner agreements quickly restored full operations on the island, contrasting with ongoing restrictions at other Bay Area park sites.

Overview

  • Tours resumed around 10:30 a.m. Friday after Alcatraz City Cruises canceled all visits on Thursday due to the federal government shutdown.
  • The delayed restart canceled the first four sailings and created long lines at Pier 33 as ticketed passengers were rebooked.
  • The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy said Alcatraz is operating as normal during the shutdown.
  • The National Park Service reported other sites remained limited, with Muir Woods closed and Fort Point interiors and several coastal parking lots blocked.
  • Local tour operators reported heavy disruption, citing cancellations, reduced itineraries and discounts to adjust plans.