Sauna City Guide

Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna

San Francisco

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A four-person cedar barrel sauna on the waterfront at Crane Cove Park in Dogpatch, run by the local kayak and paddleboard shop, with a cold plunge add-on and bay views between rounds.

More about Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna

Sessions last an hour. Public sessions share the sauna with up to four people and rotate plunge access within the group, while private sessions reserve the whole sauna for one to four guests. The sauna runs around 190°F and the plunge typically sits in the 40s.

Bring a swimsuit and a towel to sit on in the sauna, or rent a towel on site. The sauna and plunge are for guests 16 and older. Adirondack chairs outside make for an easy cool-down spot facing the bay.

At a glance

Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna has a barrel sauna (180–200°F), plus a cold plunge tub (36–55°F). A session costs $25 for 60 minutes. 16+ only and booking required.

Hottest sauna
200°F
Coldest plunge
36°F
60-min session
$25

Sauna

  • Barrel sauna180–200°F

Cold plunge

  • Cold plunge tub36–55°F

Before you go

Booking
Required
Minimum age
16+
Towels
Bring or rent

Shared public session, sauna only. Sauna plus plunge $35; private sauna $100, private sauna plus plunge $140. Prices checked October 2026.

Getting there

701 Illinois St, Unit A, San Francisco, CA, 94107

Frequently asked questions

How much does Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna cost?

A session at Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna costs $25 for 60 minutes (checked October 2026).

What kind of sauna does Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna have?

Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna has a barrel sauna at 180–200°F.

Does Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna have a cold plunge?

Yes. Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna has a cold plunge tub at 36–55°F.

Do you need to book Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna in advance?

Yes, Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna requires a booking.

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We last confirmed Dogpatch Paddle & Kayak Sauna is open in October 2026. Spotted something out of date?