Alcatraz Pier Repairs Keep Island Closed Until Nov. 18; Ferries Suspended, Ticket Holders Can Refund or Reschedule
Alcatraz in the San Francisco Bay Area will remain closed until Nov. 18. The National Park Service said Alcatraz City Cruises is replacing the pilings at the fixed ferry dock, work that includes pile driving and replacing the final two pilings in the floating barge piling system; the dock is the regular route onto the island, and the entire island is closed to visitors during construction. Alcatraz has been closed since Oct. 26, with repairs continuing until Nov. 18; CBS San Francisco reported that ferry service is expected to resume after the repair period, though weather and other factors could affect the schedule. Visitors who booked affected dates can obtain a refund or reschedule, or switch to a San Francisco Bay exploration cruise. The repairs target the ferry dock pilings, and ferries will resume carrying visitors to the island once the work is complete. The National Park Service reminded visitors planning to go to treat Alcatraz as inaccessible before Nov. 18. Alcatraz is located in the middle of San Francisco Bay, is one of San Francisco's most iconic attractions, and draws large numbers of visitors by boat each year.
Source: National Park Service
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