Location: County: Marin. Nearest City: Inverness. See map 1.

Campsites, facilities: There are 10 tent sites for hikers and bicyclists only on a first-come, first-served basis. Piped water is provided, and cold showers are available. No pets are allowed.

Reservations, fees: No reservations; $3 per person per night, two-night maximum stay. Please call park directly for detailed camping availability information.

Contact: Phone the park at 1-415-669-1140 or 1-415-456-1286; FAX 1-4-5-669-1701.

Tomales Bay State Park
Star Route
Inverness CA 94937

Operating hours, seasons: The park is open 8:00 am to sunset, all year long.

Directions: From Marin on U.S. 101, take the Sir Francis Drake Boulevard exit. Turn west and drive about 20 miles to the town of Olema. Turn right on Highway 1 and drive about four miles, then turn left at Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and drive north for seven miles to Pierce Point Road. Turn right and drive 1.2 miles to the access road for Tomales Bay State Park. Turn right and drive 1.5 miles to the park entrance.

Weather, clothing: The weather can change quickly. Visitors should be prepared by dressing in layers.

Trip notes: Few know of this tiny campground, not even the many bicyclists touring Highway 1 who are looking for exactly such a spot. This camp is for hikers and bikers only. The park is on the secluded western shore of Tomales Bay, pretty, quiet, and protected from the coastal winds. The park offers good hiking, picnicking, and, during low tides, clamming (make sure you have a fishing license). There are several excellent hikes in this park, including the Johnstone Trail, which ranges from Heart's Desire Beach to Shell Beach and beyond, and the Indian Nature Trail.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Where to go Camping

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