The late Michael Jackson (the Beer Hunter, not the pop music icon) once dismayed that Saison style beers were becoming scarce to the point of vanishing altogether. He would be heartened to learn that this classic beer style has not only been revived, but is thriving in ways he could hardly imagine–particularly in San Francisco.

We San Franciscans like our craft beers big and bold: High in alcohol, aged in oak, wild and sour, and enough piney west coast hops to strip the enamel from the teeth of lesser beings. But during the long days of summer, it can be challenging to down three or four IPAs in an afternoon and then pop up from the picnic spread to play Frisbee. What we need in the summer are “session beers.”

Summer is one of the best times to enjoy the outdoors in Northern California and taking beer along to a picnic, barbecue, or to replace those precious bodily fluids at the end of a bike ride or hike is an absolute must.

But until recently, making the buying decision at a beer cooler involved choosing either a tasty craft beer in heavy, breakable bottles or selecting an industrial-style brew in lighter and more packable cans. Thankfully, more and more brewers are resolving this dilemma by packaging their craft beers in cans.

With more daylight hours and the occasional afternoon of fabulous weather, the best place to have a beer in late spring is outside. We’ve assembled a list of ten of San Francisco’s best outdoor locations to enjoy a cold one, but feel free to share your own favorites in the comments.