Point Reyes National Seashore Campground
68
Total Campsites
Campground
68
Reservable Sites
Check by phone
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About Point Reyes National Seashore Campground
Overview Five campgrounds/loops are available for reservations - four hike-in/bike-in campground/loops and one boat-in loop along Tomales Bay. 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. Recreation Activities include hiking, limited bike riding along the borders of the Philip Burton Wilderness, bird watching, and beach walking. In the winter season whale watching and northern elephant seal populations may be viewed (though not in the backpacking or boat-in areas). Facilities Activities include hiking, limited bike riding along the borders of the Philip Burton Wilderness, bird watching, and beach walking. In the winter season whale watching and northern elephant seal populations may be viewed (though not in the backpacking or boat-in areas). Natural Features Point Reyes is a peninsula, one and half hours north of San Francisco providing a welcome respite for the surrounding urban area. Wooded hillsides give way to chaparral and grasslands with 150 miles of hiking trails and several beaches. Nearby Attractions The Seashore shares the peninsula with Tomales Bay State Park, a day-use area popular for swimming and picnicking. Charges & Cancellations There is no peak season at Point Reyes, rates are the same year round.
- 68 total campsites listed.
- Most common site type: hike to (40).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes Point Reyes National Seashore Campground special
Point Reyes National Seashore Campground offers one of the most rewarding primitive camping experiences in the San Francisco Bay Area — but you have to earn it. There is no car camping here. Every site is accessible only by hiking, biking, or paddling in, which means the crowds thin out quickly and the sense of coastal solitude is genuine and rare for a park so close to a major metropolitan area. The campground is spread across five distinct loops along the western shore of Tomales Bay, each with its own personality. Some sites sit on windswept bluffs overlooking the Pacific, while others are tucked into sheltered groves of bishop pine and coastal scrub. The landscape is dramatic — rolling grasslands, sheer sea cliffs, and fog-draped ridgelines that feel more like the Scottish Highlands than California. Spring and fall are the sweet spots, with mild temperatures, migrating gray whales offshore, and wildflower-dotted meadows. Summer brings reliable weather but also the densest fog. Tule elk herds roam the surrounding peninsula year-round. This campground is ideal for backpackers, sea kayakers, and cyclists who want a true wilderness-adjacent experience without traveling far from the Bay Area. Pack light, bring layers for the coastal chill, and prepare for some of the most stunning shoreline camping on the West Coast.
Campsite Inventory
68 sites to choose from
HIKE TO
40
Reservable
0
Accessible
BOAT IN
22
Reservable
0
Accessible
GROUP HIKE TO
6
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Accessibility
Yes
BAY ACCESS
Bay Access
BEACH ACCESS
Beach Access
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Double, N/A, Single
Check-in time
12:00 PM
Check-out time
12:00 PM
Condition Rating
Good, N/A
DRINKING WATER
Drinking Water
FOOD STORAGE LOCKER
Food Storage Locker
Food Locker
Yes
HITCHING RACKS
Hitching Racks
HORSE WATERING STATION
Horse Watering Station
Hike In Distance to Site
1.3, 2, 4.6, 5
Horse Hitching Post
Yes
Location Rating
Good, N/A
Max guests
14, 25, 4, 6
Minimum guests
Yes, 15, 7
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
415-464-5100 X2 X5
PORE_Webmaster@nps.gov
Getting There
Point Reyes is located approximately 50 miles north of San Francisco and can be approached either northbound or southbound via Highway 101 and Exit 450A/B Sir Francis Drake Highway. Visitors can also reach the park via the longer and winding scenic Highway 1 or the Point Reyes-Petaluma Road. Public transportation to the Bear Valley Visitor Center from San Rafael along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard is available through the West Marin Stagecoach . Directions http://www.nps.gov/pore/planyourvisit/directions.htm for the quickest routes to Point Reyes National Seashore's Bear Valley Visitor Center. Bear Valley Visitor Center GPS: Latitude: North 38 degrees, 2 minutes and 27 seconds. Longitude: West 122 degrees, 48 Minutes and 1 second.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to Point Reyes National Seashore Campground.
How do reservations work for Point Reyes National Seashore Campground?
Reservation availability for Point Reyes National Seashore Campground can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at Point Reyes National Seashore Campground?
Point Reyes National Seashore Campground currently lists HIKE TO (40), BOAT IN (22), GROUP HIKE TO (6).
Where is Point Reyes National Seashore Campground located?
Point Reyes National Seashore Campground is in California near Point Reyes Station. Coordinates: 37.9967, -122.9750.
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