Point Reyes National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)

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Visitor Centers Close Early on Thanksgiving

On Thanksgiving Day, the Bear Valley, Ken Patrick and Lighthouse Visitor Centers and the stairs leading down to the Lighthouse will close at 2 p.m.
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Welcome to Point Reyes National Seashore

From its thunderous ocean breakers crashing against rocky headlands and expansive sand beaches through its open grasslands to its brushy hillsides and forested ridges, visitors can discover over 1000 species of plants and animals. Home to several cultures over thousands of years, Point Reyes preserves a tapestry of stories and interactions of people. Point Reyes awaits your exploration.

Crane used to conduct the pile driving for new bridge to Limantour Beach.

Coastal Watershed Restoration Project Final Phase

The current path from the main parking lot to the beach at Limantour Beach has been removed and a bridge has been constructed in its place. The Muddy Hollow Dam has also been removed. A new section of the Estero Trail is now open to the public, with its terminus at the Muddy Hollow Road Trailhead. The removal of the dams will occur from August 1 through October 31, 2008.
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Aerial photo taken on October 29, 2008 of the flooded Giacomini Wetlands. © Robert Campbell

Giacomini Wetland Restoration Project Phase II

On October 26th, more than 500 people showed up to celebrate the final breaching of levees at the Giacomini Ranch and to witness the first high tide to flow into the former marshlands in more than 60 years. While levee breaching might be complete, restoration is not entirely finished: construction and some trail closures will continue for a few more weeks, and some areas will be actively revegetated. Come be part of the restoration process by joining us on one of our community planting dates! Check back in the future for updates on restoration progress.
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Special Events for November

November 20 - A Conversation on Sharks
November 22 - Giacomini Field Workshop - Changes in Hydrology and Fish Use and Communities with Restoration of the Giacomini Wetlands

The Tule Elk rut season is coming to an end, as the Coho Salmon & Stealhead Trout spawning season begins.
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Non-Native Deer Management

Non-native axis and fallow deer were introduced to the Point Reyes area before the establishment of National Seashore.
Frequently Asked Questions (34 KB PDF)
National Seashore's Analysis of the Humane Society's Report (20 KB PDF)
Read more about the impacts the non-native deer have on Seashore ecosystems and how the park is managing them.
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Write to

Point Reyes National Seashore
1 Bear Valley Rd.
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956

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Phone

Park Information
(415) 464-5100

Point Reyes Lighthouse (Thursday through Monday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
(415) 669-1534

Fax

(415) 663-8132

Climate

Warm, dry summers and cool rainy winters characterize the Point Reyes Peninsula's climate, similar to the type of climate that prevails on the Mediterranean.
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