The restrooms at North Beach and at South Beach are closed until further notice. The closest restrooms are at Drakes Beach. Vault toilets are available at the Estero Trailhead, Chimney Rock, and Lighthouse parking lots.
On this page you can find brief descriptions of Point Reyes National Seashore's parking lots, which include geographic coordinates, open and closed hours, and accessibility information. The "Check Busy Times" collapsible panels will inform you of when you will likely find plenty of parking spaces available (light), when there are very few spaces available (busy), and when the parking lot is full and/or overflowing (very busy).
Parking Lots Reached via Bear Valley Road
The following parking lots along the Bear Valley Road are listed in alphabetical order.
Parking Lot
Bear Valley Bus/RV/Trailer Parking Lot
20 total spaces
20 oversized spaces
38.0401859377, -122.799989303
Open
Usually Light Now
A dirt parking lot near the Bear Valley Visitor Center and Bear Valley Trailhead with space for ~20 buses, RVs, and/or vehicles towing trailers. It is available for day use only. The Bear Valley Trailhead is at the southeast corner of the lot.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Bear Valley Trailhead and Oversized Vehicle Parking Lots on a spring weekday afternoon. NPS Photo
The Bear Valley Bus, RV, and Trailer Parking Lot on a spring weekday afternoon. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Bear Valley Trailhead Parking Lot
210 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.0401879375, -122.799376303
Open
Usually Light Now
A gravel parking lot with space for ~210 vehicles. The Bear Valley Trailhead is at the southwest corner of the parking lot. The Bear Valley Picnic Area is to the north of the parking lot and its restroom is at the parking lot's northeast corner. The Bear Valley Visitor Center is located a short distance to the northwest.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Bear Valley Trailhead and Oversized Vehicle parking lots on a spring weekday afternoon.. NPS Photo
The Bear Valley Trailhead Parking Lot looking west from its northeast corner on a spring weekday afternoon. NPS Photo
The Bear Valley Trailhead Parking Lot looking south from its northeast corner on a spring weekday afternoon. NPS Photo
The Bear Valley Trailhead Parking Lot looking north from its southeast corner on a spring weekday afternoon. NPS Photo
The Bear Valley Trailhead Parking Lot looking west from its southeast corner on a spring weekday afternoon. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Bear Valley Visitor Center Parking Lot
52 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.0413079378, -122.799866303
Open
Usually Light Now
A paved parking lot with space for 52 vehicles adjacent to the Bear Valley Visitor Center. As of June 2022, there are six type-2 EV charging stations available. To help reduce traffic congestion in the Bear Valley Visitor Center Parking Lot, please park your vehicle(s) in the gravel, trailhead/picnic area parking lot on the left (east) side of the access road close to the Bear Valley Trailhead if you will be parking your car in the area for more than 30 minutes.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Bear Valley Visitor Center Parking Lot looking northwest from its southeast corner on a spring weekday. NPS Photo
The Bear Valley Visitor Center Parking looking south from its north end. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Olema Marsh Parking Lot
10 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.059912406, -122.809675552
Open
Usually Light Now
A small dirt parking lot with space for 10 vehicles adjacent to Olema Marsh. The Olema Marsh Trail departs from the northwest corner and intersects with Sir Francis Drake Boulevard about 1300 feet to the north. This parking area is approximately 5 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Bear Valley Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Follow Limantour Road to reach the following parking lots and/or roadside parking areas, which are listed in alphabetical order. Limantour Road branches off of Bear Valley Road about 1 mile north of the Bear Valley Visitor Center.
Parking Lot
Bayview Trailhead Parking Lot
20 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.059341752400655, -122.8502869195155
Open
Usually Light Now
The Bayview Trailhead Parking Lot is a small dirt parking lot with space for ~20 vehicles on the north side of Limantour Road 4.4 miles (7 km) from Bear Valley Road. The Bayview Trail crosses Limantour Road at this location and the Inverness Ridge Trail heads north from the parking lot's western end. The Bayview Trailhead Parking Lot is approximately 12 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center. A bulletin board with information about the 1995 Vision Fire is located along the lot's north side.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Space for parking at the Coast Trailhead consists of an approximately 300-foot-long unpaved shoulder along the south side of the Laguna Road (e.g., across the road from the hostel). There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. This trailhead is approximately 15 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Limantour Road and Laguna Road. Space is limited. Please make sure your vehicle is completely off the pavement.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
There is room for approximately 15 vehicles to park along the south side of Laguna Road east of the Coast Trailhead. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Laguna Trailhead Overflow Parking Area
35 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.04374877295614, -122.8597853124744
Open
Usually Light Now
A small dirt and grass area with space for ~35 vehicles serves as an overflow parking area for the Laguna Trailhead Parking Lot. It is located along the south side of Laguna Road west of the turnoff that leads into the Laguna Trailhead Parking Lot. Hikers can connect with the Laguna Trail via a short driveway at the east end of the Laguna Trailhead Parking Lot. This parking area is approximately 15 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Limantour Road and Laguna Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Laguna Trailhead Overflow Parking Area. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Laguna Trailhead Parking Lot
13 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.043414131573634, -122.85845051064007
Open
Usually Busy Now
A small paved parking lot at the Laguna Trailhead with space for 13 vehicles. This is the closest parking lot to the Coast Campground. Hikers can connect with the Laguna Trail via a short driveway at the east end of the parking lot. An overflow parking area is available along the south side of Laguna Road west of the turnoff that leads into the Laguna Trailhead Parking Lot. This parking lot is approximately 15 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Limantour Road and Laguna Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
An asphalt parking lot with space for two vehicles adjacent to vault toilets. The path leading to Limantour Beach is at the parking lot's south end. The path leads past a gate, two picnic tables, and junctions with the Muddy Hollow Trail before climbing over a small dune to arrive at the beach. The Limantour Beach Accessible Parking Lot is approximately 20 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Limantour Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Limantour Beach Accessible Parking Area. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Limantour Beach Main Parking Lot
250 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.0289306305, -122.882715914
Open
Usually Light Now
A gravel parking lot with space for ~250 vehicles. The path leading to Limantour Beach is at the parking lot's south end. The path leads past three vault toilet buildings, two picnic tables, and junctions with the Muddy Hollow Trail before climbing over a small dune to arrive at the beach. The Limantour Beach Parking Lot is approximately 20 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Limantour Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Limantour Beach Main Parking Lot as viewed from Limantour Road. NPS Photo
The Limantour Beach Main Parking Lot as viewed from its southwest corner. NPS Photo
The Limantour Beach Main Parking Lot as viewed from its exit road. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Limantour Beach South Parking Lot
15 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.02621340891767, -122.87687671791514
Open
Usually Light Now
The Limantour Beach South Parking Lot is a small paved parking lot that can accommodate 15 vehicles. It is located at the east end of a short spur road branching off of Limantour Road a short distance before arriving at the Limantour Beach Main Parking Lot. A vault toilet, litter and recycling receptacles, and a path leading to the beach are located at the east end of the lot. The Limantour Beach South Parking Lot is approximately 20 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Limantour Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Muddy Hollow Trailhead parking lot is a dirt/gravel parking lot that can accommodate ~15 vehicles. The Muddy Hollow Trailhead is at the southwest end of the parking lot. The Muddy Hollow Road Trailhead is at the north corner of the parking lot. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. This parking lot is approximately 15 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Limantour Road and Muddy Hollow Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Muddy Hollow Trailhead Parking Lot looking toward the Muddy Hollow Trailhead. NPS Photo
The Muddy Hollow Trailhead Parking Lot looking toward the Muddy Hollow Road Trailhead. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Sky Trailhead Parking Lot
10 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.05487648802563, -122.83815006985719
Open
Usually Light Now
The Sky Trailhead Parking Lot is a dirt/gravel parking lot that can accommodate ~10 vehicles along the southwest side of Limantour Road. The Sky Trailhead is at the east corner of the lot and the Bayview Trail departs from the north corner of the lot. This is the closest trailhead to Sky Campground. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. The Sky Trailhead Parking Lot is approximately10 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Limantour Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Cost: $0.00
Every Day:6:00 AM–11:59 PM
Closures & Seasonal Exceptions
Closed for resurfacing from September 16 to October 4, 2024.
September 16–October 4
Every Day:Closed
The Sky Trailhead Parking Lot will be fully closed for resurfacing of the parking lot and the northern 1.5 miles of the Sky Trail from September 16 to October 4, 2024. Visitors should plan alternative parking arrangements.
Parking Lots Reached via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard
Follow Sir Francis Drake Boulevard to reach the following parking lots and/or roadside parking areas, which are listed in alphabetical order.
Parking Lot
Bolinas Ridge Trailhead Roadside Parking
25 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.04620271595562, -122.77082204818726
Open
Usually Light Now
Space for parking at the Bolinas Ridge Trailhead consists of an approximately 300-foot-long paved shoulder and an approximately 200-foot-long gravel shoulder along the sides of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard 1.1 miles east of Olema. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. This trailhead is approximately 5 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center. Space is limited. Please make sure your vehicle is entirely out of the lane of travel.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at the trailheads in this section of Golden Gate National Recreation Area, which is managed by Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Bolinas Ridge Trailhead roadside parking area along the south side of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. NPS Photo
Additional roadside parking is available along the north side of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard to the west of the Bolinas Ridge Trailhead. Do not block the gate. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Bull Point Trailhead Parking Lot
10 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.08109276099103, -122.96046495780269
Open
Usually Light Now
A small gravel parking lot at the Bull Point Trailhead with space for ~10 vehicles. Park here to hike the Bull Point Trail, with begins at the eastern corner of the lot. There is a bulletin board with information about the Bull Point Trail adjacent to the trailhead. The Bull Point Trailhead Parking Lot is approximately 25 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
A small paved parking lot with space for 20 vehicles. Park here to hike the Chimney Rock Trail, walk to the Elephant Seal Overlook, or visit the Historic Point Reyes Lifeboat Station. A vault toilet is located at the southeast corner of the parking lot. The Chimney Rock Parking Lot is approximately 45 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
There is limited parking for the Cross Marin Trail along the old (now largely decommissioned) route of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard north of and parallel to the current highway west of the bridges that cross Lagunitas Creek. (The Old Tocaloma/Platform Bridge is closed to autos.) Additional roadside parking is available along the west side of Platform Bridge Road just north of its intersection with Sir Francis Drake Blvd. This trailhead is approximately 5 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at the trailheads in this section of Golden Gate National Recreation Area, which is managed by Point Reyes National Seashore.
Roadside parking for the Cross Marin Trailhead is available along the west side of Platform Bridge Road just north of its junction with Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. NPS Photo
Roadside parking for the Cross Marin Trailhead is available along the old (now largely decommissioned) route of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard to the west of Lagunitas Creek.. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Drakes Beach Parking Lot
300 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.02788821243588, -122.96215836354332
Open
Usually Light Now
A paved parking lot with space for ~300 vehicles at Drakes Beach adjacent to the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center. There are restrooms, a bookstore, picnic tables, and litter and recycling receptacles available at Drakes Beach. The Drakes Beach Parking Lot is approximately 30 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Cost: $0.00
Every Day:6:00 AM–11:59 PM
It is rare for the Drakes Beach Parking Lot to fill. Exceptions include summer weekends with high temperatures, and on the Saturday before Labor Day weekend when the Annual Sand Sculpture Contest is held.
The Drakes Beach Parking Lot from Drakes Beach Road. NPS Photo
The Drakes Beach Parking Lot from its northeast side. NPS Photo
The Drakes Beach Parking Lot from its east side. NPS Photo
The Drakes Beach Parking Lot from its south side. NPS Photo
The Drakes Beach Parking Lot from its north side looking south. NPS Photo
The Drakes Beach Parking Lot from its north side looking south. NPS Photo
The Drakes Beach Parking Lot from the Peter Behr Overlook Trail. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Drakes Estero Kayak/Canoe Launch Parking Lot
20 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.0829100391, -122.932086846
Open
Usually Light Now
The Drakes Estero Parking Lot is a small dirt/gravel parking lot that can accommodate ~20 vehicles. A kayak/canoe launch site is at the southwest corner of the lot. A vault toilet building and litter and recycling receptacles are located along the south side of the lot. The Drakes Estero Parking Lot is approximately 20 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Drakes Estero Kayak/Canoe Launch Parking Lot. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Estero Trailhead Parking Lot
30 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.08162638061697, -122.91407400282401
Open
Usually Light Now
The Estero Trailhead Parking Lot is a small dirt parking lot with space for ~30 vehicles on the west side of Estero Trailhead Road (aka Home Ranch Road) one mile from Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. The Estero Trailhead is at the southwest corner of the lot. A vault toilet building and litter and recycling receptacles are located at the northeast end of the lot. A picnic table is located along the southern edge of the lot. This lot is approximately 25 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Estero Trailhead Parking Lot looking southwest from its entrance. NPS Photo
The Estero Trailhead Parking Lot looking southwest from its northeast corner. NPS Photo
The Estero Trailhead Parking Lot looking north from its southeast corner. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Point Reyes Beach North Parking Lot
85 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.0771510967, -122.975096517
Open
Usually Light Now
A paved parking lot with space for 85 vehicles adjacent to the Point Reyes Beach North (aka North Beach). A restroom building is located at the lot's northeast end. The North Beach Parking Lot is approximately 25 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Point Reyes Beach North Parking Lot on a weekday morning. NPS Photo
The Point Reyes Beach North Parking Lot as viewed from its south end. NPS Photo
The Point Reyes Beach North Parking Lot as viewed from its north end. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Point Reyes Beach South Parking Lot
180 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.047880524, -122.988010332
Open
Usually Light Now
A paved parking lot with space for approximately 180 vehicles adjacent to the Point Reyes Beach South (aka South Beach. A restroom building is located along the lot's southwest side. The South Beach Parking Lot is approximately 30 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Point Reyes Beach South Parking Lot on a weekday morning. NPS Photo
Point Reyes Beach South Parking Lot as viewed from its entrance. NPS Photo
Point Reyes Beach South Parking Lot as viewed from its north corner. NPS Photo
Point Reyes Beach South Parking Lot as viewed from its west corner. NPS Photo
Point Reyes Beach South Parking Lot as viewed from its south corner. NPS Photo
Point Reyes Beach South Parking Lot as viewed from its east corner. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Point Reyes Hill Trailhead Parking Lot
20 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.08419694333198, -122.87099182605743
Open
Usually Light Now
A small dirt parking lot with space for 20 vehicles at the southeast end of Mount Vision Road. The Inverness Ridge Trail departs from the lot's southeast corner. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. This parking area is approximately 30 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Bear Valley Road, Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, and Mount Vision Road.
The Point Reyes Hill Trailhead Parking Lot. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Point Reyes Lighthouse Accessible (ADA) Parking Lot.
4 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
37.9969690143, -123.019063825
Open
Usually Light Now
The lighthouse area's accessible parking lot is located 0.4 miles beyond (to the west of) the main visitors' parking lot, which is located at the west end of Sir Francis Drake Blvd. Open, then close, the chain gate at the west end of the roundabout and drive along the service road, which doubles as a pedestrian path. The accessible parking lot is on the right side of the road just beyond the cypress trees. Please visit https://www.nps.gov/pore/planyourvisit/lighthouse.htm#accessibility for more details.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Point Reyes Lighthouse Accessible (ADA) Parking Lot. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Point Reyes Lighthouse Visitors' Parking Lot
38 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
37.9977397184, -123.011789929
Open
Usually Light Now
A paved parking lot with space for 38 vehicles at the west end of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. The Lighthouse Visitor Center is 0.5 miles to the west via a foot path, which departs from the west end of the roundabout at the northwest end of the lot. A vault toilet building and litter and recycling receptacles are located along the east side of the lot. The Point Reyes Lighthouse Visitors' Parking Lot is approximately 45 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Point Reyes Lighthouse Visitors' Parking Lot. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
U.S. Life-Saving Service Cemetery Parking Lot
3 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.094325686188846, -122.92926549911499
Open
Usually Light Now
A tiny gravel parking lot that can accommodate three vehicles. To the west, a little-used trail leads up a small hill to the historic U.S. Life-Saving Service Cemetery. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. The parking lot is approximately 20 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Follow Pierce Point Road to reach the following parking lots and/or roadside parking areas, which are listed in alphabetical order. Pierce Point Road branches off of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard 2.5 miles north of Inverness and about 7.5 miles from the Bear Valley Visitor Center.
Parking Lot
Abbotts Lagoon Trailhead Parking Lot
40 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.12345298763027, -122.93533422224954
Open
Usually Light Now
The Abbotts Lagoon Trailhead Parking Lot is a dirt/gravel parking lot that can accommodate ~40 vehicles. The Abbotts Lagoon Trailhead is at the northwest corner of the lot. A vault toilet building and litter and recycling receptacles are located along the east side of the lot. The Abbotts Lagoon Trailhead Parking Lot is approximately 25 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and Pierce Point Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Abbotts Lagoon Parking Lot on April 15, 2022. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Kehoe Beach Trailhead Roadside Parking
40 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.152508133789176, -122.9390287399292
Open
Usually Light Now
Space for parking at the Kehoe Beach Trailhead consists of approximately 850 feet of unpaved shoulder along both sides of Pierce Point Road. There is room for approximately 40 vehicles. A vault toilet building and litter and recycling receptacles are located at the trailhead. This trailhead is approximately 25 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and Pierce Point Road. Space is limited. Please make sure your vehicle is completely off the pavement.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
There is room for approximately 40 vehicles to park along either side of Pierce Point Road near the Kehoe Beach Trailhead. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Marshall Beach Trailhead Parking Lot
20 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.15410288067186, -122.91965713554555
Open
Usually Light Now
The Marshall Beach Trailhead Parking Lot is a dirt lot located at the north end of L Ranch Road. The lot can accommodate ~20 vehicles. The Marshall Beach Trailhead is located at the northwest corner of the lot. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. Overnight parking is prohibited.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Cost: $0.00
Every Day:6:00 AM–11:59 PM
Amenities
Accessible Lot
No
Number of ADA-designated spaces
0
Number of ADA van-accessible spaces
0
Number of ADA step-free spaces
0
Total number of spaces
20
Number of oversize vehicle spaces
0
Parking Lot
McClures Beach Trailhead Parking Lot
25 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.188492638, -122.957921344
Open
Usually Light Now
The McClures Beach Trailhead Parking Lot is a paved parking lot that can accommodate ~25 vehicles. It is at the west end of a spur road heading downhill and to the west from the Tomales Point Traihead/Pierce Ranch parking lot. The McClures Beach Trailhead is located at the west end of the lot. A vault toilet building is at the northeast corner of the lot.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
McClures Beach Trailhead Parking Lot on a spring Friday afternoon. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Tomales Point Parking Lot
20 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.1890709381, -122.954032343
Open
Usually Light Now
A dirt parking lot at the north end of Pierce Point Road that can accommodate 20 vehicles. On busy weekends and holidays, the parking lot may be full by 10 am. If you park along the Pierce Point Road south of the parking lot, please observe all "No Parking" signs and ensure that no part of your parked vehicle is on the pavement in order to allow other vehicles to safely pass. The Tomales Point Parking Lot is approximately 35 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Pierce Point Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Parking Lots Reached via Highway 1 (aka Shoreline Highway)
Follow Highway 1 from the Bear Valley/Olema area to reach the following parking lots and/or roadside parking areas, which are listed in alphabetical order.
Parking Lot
Commonweal Entrance Parking Lot
40 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
37.91838987651509, -122.72011608293292
Open
Usually Light Now
A small dirt/gravel parking lot with space for 40 vehicles at the entrance to Commonweal. Access to unmaintained trails on the Niman Ranch/Commonweal area is available along the lot's southeast edge. Or walk along the Commonweal Road for 0.4 miles to the southwest to where a trail heads south from the road. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. The Commonweal Entrance Parking Lot is ~25 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Highway 1, Olema–Bolinas Road, & Mesa Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
The Gate and Entrance for the Commonweal Entrance Parking Lot. NPS Photo
The Commonweal Entrance Parking Lot. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Five Brooks Parking Lot
50 total spaces
10 oversized spaces
37.99725335121016, -122.75767385959625
Open
Usually Light Now
A dirt/gravel parking lot at Five Brooks with space for ~50 vehicles and 10 or so trucks pulling horse trailers. There is a vault toilet adjacent to the parking lot and multiple picnic tables along the Stewart Trail, which heads northwest from the northern end of the lot. The Five Brooks Parking Lot is approximately 10 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Highway 1.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Passenger vehicles parked adjacent to the Five Brooks Trailhead. NPS Photo
The Five Brooks Trailhead is a popular starting point with horse riders. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
McCurdy Trailhead Roadside Parking
5 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
37.94684570451589, -122.7089273929596
Open
Usually Light Now
Space for parking at the McCurdy Trailhead consists of approximately 100 feet of paved shoulder on the west side of Highway 1 (aka Shoreline Highway) a short distance north of Dogtown. There is room for up to five vehicles. The McCurdy Trailhead is on the east side of the road; the Olemy Valley Trailhead (South) is on the west side of the road. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. This trailhead is approximately 15 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Highway 1.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
There is room for up to 5 vehicles to park along the west side of Highway 1 at the McCurdy and Olema Valley (South) Trailheads. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Palomarin Trailhead Parking Lot
75 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
37.934077606665916, -122.74708449840546
Open
Usually Light Now
A small dirt/gravel parking lot with space for ~75 vehicles at the northwest end of Mesa Road. The Palomarin Trailhead is located along the north side of the eastern end of the parking lot, along with vault toilet buildings, litter and recycling receptacles, and informational signs. The Palomarin Parking Lot is approximately 35 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Highway 1, Olema–Bolinas Road, and Mesa Road.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Cost: $0.00
Every Day:6:00 AM–11:59 PM
Closures & Seasonal Exceptions
Closed for resurfacing from September 9 to September 12, 2024.
September 9–September 12
Sunday:6:00 AM–11:59 PM
Monday-Thursday:Closed
Friday and Saturday:6:00 AM–11:59 PM
The Palomarin Trailhead Parking Lot will be fully closed for resurfacing from September 9 to September 12, 2024. Visitors should plan alternative parking arrangements.
The Palomarin Trailhead on a relatively low-visitation Saturday afternoon. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Randall Trailhead Roadside Parking
50 total spaces
10 oversized spaces
37.97288270042659, -122.73052990436554
Open
Usually Light Now
Space for parking at the Randall Trailhead consists of approximately 1000 feet of dirt shoulder on the west side of Highway 1 (aka Shoreline Highway). There is room for up to 50 vehicles. The Randall Trailhead is on the east side of the road; the Olemy Valley Trailhead (Hagmire) is on the west side of the road. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. This trailhead is approximately 12 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Highway 1.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at Point Reyes National Seashore.
There is room for up to 50 vehicles to park along the west side of Highway 1 at the Randall and Olema Valley (Hagmire) Trailheads. NPS Photo
Parking Lot
Tomales Bay Trailhead Parking Lot
15 total spaces
0 oversized spaces
38.0871515885, -122.812829621
Open
Usually Light Now
The Tomales Bay Trailhead Parking Lot is a dirt/gravel parking lot that can accommodate ~15 vehicles. The Tomales Bay Trailhead is at the northwest corner of the lot adjacent to an interpretive exhibit. There are no other facilities or amenities at this location. The Tomales Bay Trailhead Parking Lot is approximately10 minutes by car from the Bear Valley Visitor Center via Highway 1.
Parking Fee
No parking or entrance fees are charged at the trailheads in this section of Golden Gate National Recreation Area, which is managed by Point Reyes National Seashore.
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.
