Explore point reyes national seashore holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. Point reyes national seashore wildcat camp overview. You wont need it though since your days will be spent hiking. The bay is bounded largely on the west by the point reyes national seashore. Sunset from the bluffs over wildcat beach on the coast trail. Point reyes is a great place for family hiking and camping. Point reyes national seashore offers a unique overnight camping experience on the coast of marin county. May 16, 2014 spent 3 days backpacking with my daughter jessica, up at point reyes national seashore, about 30 miles north of san francisco.
Point reyes national seashore offers yearround backcountry hikein camping along drakes bay and in the phillip burton wilderness and boatin camping on the west shore of tomales bay. Point reyes national seashore trail map, stinson beach, bolinas, ca. Hi point reyes national seashore hostel hostelling. Point reyes outdoors offers a variety of guided hikes to meet any skill level.
Then point reyes national seashore is home to the largest population of tule elks in california. Tucked away in a secluded valley within the point reyes national seashore, this hostel is a retreatlike haven two miles away from the beach and many more miles away from a wifi signal. Backpack to point reyes wildcat camp, palomarin trailhead. Looking for a great trail in point reyes national seashore, california. Hikers tumble 70 feet after cliff collapses at point reyes hiking. We could confirm it from firsthand experience as we bumped into herds of them on our hike at tomales point. It is just a little over an hour north of san francisco and a little over two hours away from our home. In 1579, sir francis drake landed here to repair his ship, the golden hind.
Point reyes national seashore tom harrison trail map. Windswept point reyes peninsula is a roughhewn beauty that has always lured marine mammals and migratory birds. Treat your family to an unforgettable outdoor adventure or enjoy a leisurely getaway with your loved one when you come to olema campground, a fun campground in olema, california. The distance and view make this a great backpacking trip for novice and experienced backpackers alike. Viewing 7 posts 1 through 7 of 7 total forums are supported by our merchant partners. Best hiking trails in point reyes national seashore. Coast trail to wildcat camp is a backpacking, campgrounds, hiking, nature trips, trail running adventure located in or near point reyes national seashore, ca. Hike the woodward valley loop in point reyes national. Every backpacker should print their maps from caltopo. Pt reyes national seashore beginner backpacking trip, 557. Tomales point also offers excellent lookouts to catch a glimpse of seals and seabirds. Waterproof, synthetic paper tom harrison maps tom harrison on. When the sierra is snowbound, this is an alternative and is a good way to kickstart or wind down the backpacking season.
Park maps point reyes national seashore association. Coast camp is the northernmost hikein campground located in point reyes national seashore on a bluff above santa maria beach. Point reyes national seashore travel california, usa. Customprinted topographic topo maps, aerial photos, and satellite images for the united states and canada. Find a map backpacker pro maps new backpacker magazine pro maps. As you drive the 21miles 34kilometers through the park, you can listen to farmers and ranchers tell stories about rural life on the locationtriggered app, and learn about the agricultural legacy of point reyes. Point reyes woodward valley loop hike weekend sherpa. For me, point reyes is the equivalent of my favorite neighborhood. Backpacking in point reyes bay area families outside. Point reyes hiking trails point reyes national seashore. And just to be clear, point reyes is part of the national park system, which means fido must unfortunately stay home.
Glen camp is a small inland, hikein campground accessible from the bear valley trail within point reyes national seashore. Bay area hikers guide to point reyes point reyes is the premier bay area hiking destination for both tourists and locals. My 3 favorite hikes in point reyes national seashore. It is ideal for people new to backpacking or those looking for easy to moderate terrain. Point reyes national seashore campground, inverness. Explore the best trails in point reyes station, california on traillink. Trails of northeast marin county fills the gap left by the map adventures and trails illustrated maps. Hiking trails near point reyes national seashore hiking project. Its true to its name and offers spectacular panoramic views.
This is a regional map of point reyes, showing the park in relation to san francisco, oakland, and. Point reyes national seashore is a day hikers and beachcombers paradise, with nearly all of its scenic treasures accessible from a drivein trailhead or beach parking area. Backpack to coast camp in point reyes via palomarin trailhead. Weve teamed up with map partner mytopo to create custom, preplanned adventures printed on waterproof topo paper. From its scenic open grasslands, forested ridges, and brushy hillsides to its expansive sandy beaches and rocky headlands, point reyes offers a varied. Learn backpacking skills at idyllic point reyes national seashore with the sierra club. Best backpacking trails near point reyes station, california. This hike, a local favorite, runs over rolling elkdotted hills and flowerstrewn fields on the long, narrow northern tip of point reyes, ending at a rocky point surrounded by ocean on three sides. These sites have less privacy but also less nettles. Point reyes ne, california topographic map and nearby trails. The most popular area for kayaking at point reyes national seashore is on tomales bay.
This is the point reyes boatin campsite map, showing all the campsites on tomales bay only accessible by water. With more than 66 point reyes station trails covering 580 miles, youre bound to find a perfect trail like the lincoln hill pathway or nwp railroad trail. Best day hikes in point reyes national seashore trailmaster pocket guides volume 2 john mckinney on. Home forums gear forums gear general best software to print topo maps to scale. Though the railroad stopped coming through in 1933 and the town is small, point reyes station is nevertheless the hub of western marin county. Click the image to view a full size jpg 900 kb or download the pdf 5. Park map with dog areas highlighted 8,294 kb pdf map of dog areas along point reyes beaches 2,414 kb pdf map of dog areas along bolinas ridge 2,971 kb pdf map of dog areas on tomales bay 2,7 kb pdf map of various closures. Public transportation backpacking trip to point reyes kevin.
Best trails in point reyes national seashore california alltrails. Here are my personal 3 favorite hikes in point reyes national seashore. Pt reyes ca, point reyes station, camping point reyes. Whittenberg to sky trail it is relatively downhill from there. Tomales bay is a 15mile long, 6780acre tidal water body located in rural west marin county, california. Point reyes national seashore topographic map and nearby trails. Backcountry camping point reyes national seashore u. The easiest way to get to the camp is from the slightly uphill hike along the laguna trail and the firelane trail. Find a map backpacker pro maps glen camp loop point reyes national seashore glen camp loop point reyes national seashore california wildlife, scenic vistas, and rugged undeveloped coastline are your reward on this 12.
Hi point reyes hostel is the perfect place to escape civilization. Discover the history behind the charming landscapes of west marin with this selfguided audio tour through the point reyes national seashore. This page serves as a data catalog and provides links to download metadata and files, both tiff and arcgis shapefiles, for the block named offshore point reyes and vicinity, california, in the california state waters map series. Members receive 15% off all merchandise and purchases help us support park preservation and environmental education programs in the park. Point reyes is truly a marvel, and well hike right through the center of it, from the san andreas rift to the pacific ocean. Courtesy marta yamamoto pick up picnic provisions in point reyes station, before you hike the headlands. Backpacking at point reyes national seashore ingas. North district trail map 3,409 kb pdf south district trail map 3,422 kb pdf. Tomales point trail offers sweeping views at point reyes national seashore. Over time and innumerable earthquakes, the san andreas created a rift zone that has sort of peeled point reyes away from the rest of california. Department of the interior point reyes national seashore b a y v i e w sculptured beach kelham beach pets are not permitted on our hiking.
Best camping in and near point reyes national seashore. Your group will benefit from our guides extensive local knowledge, first aid training, and good looks. Jul 10, 2016 its mostly separated from the mainland by the rift of one of the worlds most notorious fault lines. Palomarin trailhead to alamere falls is a hiking, horseback riding, road biking adventure located in or near point reyes station, ca. But the adventureseekers who head to point reyes national seashore dont seem at all deterred by the risk of potential danger at this 70,000acre outdoor paradise teeming with wild beaches, rocky headlands, and forested hillsides.
Click the image to view a full size jpg 500 kb or download the pdf 250 kb. Wildflowers, hidden beaches, coastal forests, babbling creeks and awesome pacific views are just a few of the things that make point reyes a worldclass hiking destination. Pro maps sync with your handheld gps, your smartphone, or your tablet for a complete infield mapping experience. This place is situated in marin county, california, united states, its geographical coordinates are 38 5 11 north, 122 57 10 west and its original name with diacritics is point reyes historical. Point reyes national seashore wildcat camp has 7 primitive tentonly walkin campsites and 3 group sites. Before your trip, please check out things to know before you visit, park alerts in effect, the weather forecast, tide predications and be sure to secure the proper permits for beach fires or camping in the park. Point reyes national seashore palomarin trailhead to alamere. Managed to have perfect, though hot, weather no fog. Coast camp is located along the 19 mile coast trail, which runs nearly the entire coast of point reyes national seashore, but is accessible via 2. An epic point reyes hike with elk, picnic and beach time. Jan 29, 2016 point reyes backpacking to coast camp 2017 duration.
Blum and another hiker were in the area of arch rock in the national seashore around 5. We offer a 6 day mountains to sea backpacking trip in the santa cruz mountains, a 6 day backpacking trip in point reyes for teens entering grades 710 and a 5 day soul quest in big sur for teens entering grades 912. Youll have to earn them with a moderate uphill hike from the sky trailhead. Point reyes national seashore glen camp loop sequoia national park mount whitney via cottonwood lakes trail. For nearby regular campgrounds with rv camping and car camping facilities, see parks sam p taylor state park. Because of its location near the metropolitan san francisco bay area, the campsites at point reyes are in great demand. These data are based upon the latest information available as of the date of your request, and may differ from the published tide tables. The following map links are provided to help you plan your adventures in the park.
It is the largest unspoiled coastal embayment on the coast of california. Nov 09, 2019 point reyes is truly a marvel, and well hike right through the center of it, from the san andreas rift to the pacific ocean. If you reserve far in advance, you can get the best camp spots at coast camp, which can be reached either by walking just over a mile up the beach. Roughly about 20 miles north of san francisco, the 800mile long san andreas fault disappears into the pacific ocean at point reyes. When my family needs to get awayour first thought is wildcat campground at point reyes national seashore in california.
Wildcat camp point reyes national seashore campsite. The national seashore has about 150 miles of magnificent hiking trails to explore and run around. Our trail takes us through coastal forests, by lakes and offers up expansive views of the pacific ocean. Hiking at point reyes national seashore, california our. Here is the full point reyes map, showing the entire park, roads, trails, beaches, visitor centers, and points of interest. Join us on our point reyes backpacking trip and experience the best bay area backpacking trip there is. Here, seven recommended things to do in point reyes that are sure to delight any outdoor lover and a great excuse for a getaway anytime. Mytopo custom topo maps, aerial photos, online maps, and. Coast trail point reyes hiking trail in point reyes, california. Mount tamalpais, point reyes national geographic trails illustrated map. We welcome any 10 year olds that identify as boys or girls interested in a backpacking.
Point reyes backpacking to coast camp 2017 youtube. Glen camp 1 bear valley rd point reyes station, ca hiking. My annual solo thanksgiving break backpacking trip in point reyes national seashore, which included swinging in the wilderness, playing ukulele on the beach, and hiking with a coyote. Being disconnected from technology and surrounded by the natural world will allow for total relaxation. Camping near point reyes national seashore is easy with hipcamp, where private landowners offer oneofakind camping experiences. The coast trail is point reyes longest trail, stretching 17 miles from the palomarin trailhead south to the coast trailhead over limantour. Point reyes is a few miles north of san francisco and offers a number of great hiking options. Spent 3 days backpacking with my daughter jessica, up at point reyes national seashore, about 30 miles north of san francisco.
This campground is the closest you can get to staying overnight on pt. There is no car or rv camping at point reyes national seashore for more information, visit the back country camping page on the point reyes national seashore website. From san francisco to point reyes using public transportation. Dayhike for two days through the tule elk preserve and look for elephant seals, then backpack for five days to mt. Mar 15, 2017 however, even the goeverywhereatadeadrun four year old figured out how to avoid them. After threats of development in the 1960s, point reyes national seashore was created to protect 71,000 acres of the most diverse, scenic ecosystems in the bay area. Protrails laguna trail fire trail coast trail loop. Ethics and principles of trail hiking and use point reyes national seashore association and the national park service are a part of a larger community of local, state and national parks encouraging the. Point reyes national seashore offers yearround backcountry camping along drakes bay and amongst the hills and valleys of the phillip burton wilderness, and boatin camping on the west shore of tomales bay. Backpacking point reyes bear valley trail, arch rock, wildcat campground duration. Point reyes station travel california, usa lonely planet. Maps of areas where dogs are permitted in point reyes national seashore. Mount tamalpais trail map, mount tamalpais state park map. Marin county open space, marin municipal water district, san francisco hiking maps, san francisco hikes, backpacking point reyes.
Best trails in point reyes national seashore california. Just check out some of the best hiking trails in point reyes, there is something for everyone. Since 1969, weve been offering families, friends, and couples a chance to relax in the beautiful natural setting of our campground in an rv or tent. These trips are open to those with and without backpacking. Public transportation backpacking trip to point reyes. Department of the interior point reyes national seashore b a y v i e w sculptured beach kelham beach pets are not permitted on our hiking trails. Teen and girls backpacking trips san francisco bay area. Pt reyes national seashore beginner backpacking trip, 557 experience the beauty of a casual but scenic backpacking trip to point reyes national seashore. Explore point reyes station holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. I highly recommend the short detours to the top of whittenberg and another cool rock formation near coast camp and both sculpted rock and kellham beaches but thats what turns. Our hiking tours are a wonderful way to experience the point reyes national seashore with your family and friends.
Before your trip, please check out things to know before you visit, park alerts in effect, the weather forecast, tide predications. Because of its location near the metropolitan san francisco bay area, the campsites at point reyes. With so much to see, which hike should a person do. Your group will benefit from our guides extensive local knowledge. This overnight backpacking excursion takes place on one of the most stunning seashores in california. The route features panoramic ocean views, mild grades and easy beach access. This is the only trail within point reyes national seashore where dogs. Dominated by dairies and ranches, the region was invaded by artists in the 1960s. If you are backpacking with a toddler, i would recommend sites 1, 2, 10 or possibly 4. Families, casual dayhikers, endurance trail runners, and everyone in between will find a trail they love in point reyes and its 150 miles of hiking. You can also call the bear valley visitor center at 415 464.
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