Books, periodicals, theses, research files, and study area at the Point Reyes National Seashore Research Library.
NPS / Point Reyes National Seashore Museum
The Point Reyes National Seashore Research Library contains over 600 books, research files, and audio-visual educational media and uses Library of Congress call numbers. The museum maintains the library reference collection with reference and resource materials relevant to the management of the natural and cultural resources of the park.
Rare and unpublished materials
Reference books
Periodicals and published literature
Management reports, studies, plans, and theses
The library holdings also include two sets of research files with similar foci.
Published scientific literature and unpublished reports and studies arranged by BibKey number assigned in the NPS NatureBib blibliographic cataloging system. Check the NPGallery Digital Asset Management System for documents related to Point Reyes National Seashore.
Literature, pamphlets, webpage printouts, clippings, brochures, reviews, and other ephemera arranged by subject.
Start your research online using the links below. The library is open to the public by appointment for on-site research. To make an appointment, please email the Museum Curator.
Search the Point Reyes National Seashore Museum and Archives Research Library through the NPS LIBRIS online catalog. Use the park's alphacode PORE to find publications related to Point Reyes National Seashore..
Many research reports based on studies in the park not found on NPS Focus may be available through the IRMA Portal.
If you are unable to visit the Point Reyes National Seashore Research Library, try searching on WorldCat for books in a library near you.
Last updated: August 22, 2024
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Contact Info
Mailing Address:
1 Bear Valley Road
Point Reyes Station,
CA
94956
Phone:
415-464-5100
This number will initially be answered by an automated attendant, from which one can opt to access a name directory, listen to recorded information about the park (e.g., directions to the park; visitor center hours of operation; fire danger information; wildlife updates; ranger-led programs; seasonal events; etc.), or speak with a ranger. Please note that if you are calling between 4:30 pm and 10 am, park staff may not be available to answer your call.
