From its thunderous ocean breakers crashing against rocky headlands and expansive sand beaches to its open grasslands, brushy hillsides, and forested ridges, Point Reyes offers visitors over 1500 species of plants and animals to discover. Home to several cultures over thousands of years, the Seashore preserves a tapestry of stories and interactions of people. Point Reyes awaits your exploration.
Hiking opportunities in Point Reyes are seemingly endless. Use this guide to search for hikes by time, habitat or location.
Stop by one of our three visitor centers to grab some maps, learn about the park and plan your visit with park staff!
Help protect and educate the public about northern elephant seals and gray whales in this iconic volunteer program!
Get to know your Seashore by going to a ranger program or attending one of these special events!
Pets are welcome on only a few trails and beaches at Point Reyes. Pets must be on a 6-foot or shorter leash at all times.
Gray whales migrate past Point Reyes from December through May and can frequently be seen from the Lighthouse and Chimney Rock areas.
Point Reyes National Seashore contains ~80 miles of shoreline, including dozens of miles of sandy beach which park visitors may explore.
A 13-mile minimum round-trip hike is required to safely visit this coastal waterfall. Please respect the Wilderness and Leave No Trace.
Learn more about the peoples who have called this area home for thousands of years.
Check out photographs from the 2024 42nd Annual Sand Sculpture Contest.
The comment period for the Tomales Point Area Plan closed on June 5, 2024. A final decision is expected in fall 2024.
Check out our FAQ on the tule elk at Tomales Point.
Two-year interim leases for beef and dairy ranching are now posted.
Last updated: October 24, 2024
