Point Reyes National Seashore
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Point Reyes National Seashore at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 2–3 days
- Don't miss
- Hike the Chimney Rock Trail
- Nearby city
- Gateway towns in CA
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About Point Reyes National Seashore
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.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Point Reyes National Seashore. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Point Reyes National Seashore page on nps.gov
Weather Information
The moderating influence of the Pacific Ocean creates a climate with no great extremes of heat or cold. Any season can bring interesting weather during your visit to Point Reyes National Seashore. Come prepared!
Operating Hours
Point Reyes National Seashore is open to visitors every day of the year! The park is open from 6 am to midnight. (Visit our Visitor Centers web page, for the hours for the Bear Valley Visitor Center, the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center at Drakes Beach, and the Point Reyes Lighthouse and the stairs leading down to the lighthouse.) Overnight parking is only permitted in the park with a valid backcountry camping permit or for visitors staying at the Point Reyes Hostel.
- MondayOpens at 6:00AM
- TuesdayOpens at 6:00AM
- WednesdayOpens at 6:00AM
- ThursdayOpens at 6:00AM
- FridayOpens at 6:00AM
- SaturdayOpens at 6:00AM
- SundayOpens at 6:00AM
Common questions
Planning Point Reyes National Seashore
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Point Reyes National Seashore. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
