Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site
Designation: National Historic Site
Location: California
📘 Park Overview
America's only Nobel Prize-winning playwright, Eugene O'Neill, chose Northern California as his sanctuary at the pinnacle of his writing career. Secluded from the outside world within the serene walls of his Tao House, O'Neill crafted his final and most memorable masterpieces: The Iceman Cometh, Long Day's Journey Into Night, and A Moon for the Misbegotten.
🌤 Weather Information
The Mediterranean climate of Danville features hot, dry summers with lower temperatures near 60º F and upper temperatures near 100º F. The heat gives way to cool, rainy winters with lows near 45º F and highs near 75º F. Fall and spring can bring rain and temperatures from 55-80º F.
🚗 Directions
Reservations are required to visit the site. We offer a free shuttle that will pick up visitors in downtown Danville, CA. The shuttle meets at 205 Railroad Avenue outside the Museum of the San Ramon Valley. Parking is available next to the museum. Reservations can be made by calling (925) 228-8860 x6422 or send your reservation request by e-mail.
Images
Eugene O'Neill Home in Danville, California
Credit: NPS Photo/Luther Bailey
The "Old Barn", a part of the Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site
Credit: NPS/Luther Bailey
Mountain background as seen from the park.
Credit: NPS/Luther Bailey
The Eugene O'Neill NHS park sign.
Credit: NPS/Luther Bailey
Historic image of Eugene O'Neill at the Tao House property.
Credit: NPS Collection.
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Friday, Jun 19
Sunny
High: 74.8°F | Low: 55.6°F
Humidity: 77%
Wind: 11.9 mph
Rain Chance: 9%
UV Index: 9.6
Sunrise: 05:45 AM
Sunset: 08:32 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (28%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 59.1°F
Cloud Cover: 9%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Saturday, Jun 20
Sunny
High: 76°F | Low: 52.3°F
Humidity: 65%
Wind: 11 mph
Rain Chance: 5%
UV Index: 10.3
Sunrise: 05:46 AM
Sunset: 08:33 PM
Moon: First Quarter (38%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 55.5°F
Cloud Cover: 5%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Sunday, Jun 21
Sunny
High: 83.6°F | Low: 50.2°F
Humidity: 62%
Wind: 8.9 mph
Rain Chance: 4%
UV Index: 10.4
Sunrise: 05:46 AM
Sunset: 08:33 PM
Moon: First Quarter (48%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 57.1°F
Cloud Cover: 4%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Weather Alerts (4)
Small Craft Advisory issued June 18 at 8:38PM PDT until June 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Jun 18, 2026 11:38pm
Expires: Jun 19, 2026 11:45am
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots with gusts to 25 knots and
a moderate chop expected.
* WHERE...San Francisco Bay South of the Bay Bridge.
* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, now until 9 PM PDT
this evening. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM
to 9 PM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued June 18 at 8:38PM PDT until June 19 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Jun 18, 2026 11:38pm
Expires: Jun 19, 2026 11:45am
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots with gusts to 25 knots and
a moderate chop expected.
* WHERE...San Francisco Bay South of the Bay Bridge.
* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, now until 9 PM PDT
this evening. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM
to 9 PM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued June 19 at 2:36AM PDT until June 19 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Jun 19, 2026 5:36am
Expires: Jun 19, 2026 1:45pm
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts to 25 kts and a
moderate chop expected.
* WHERE...San Francisco Bay South of the Bay Bridge.
* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 9 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued June 19 at 8:46AM PDT until June 19 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Jun 19, 2026 11:46am
Expires: Jun 19, 2026 8:00pm
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts to 25 kts and a
moderate chop expected.
* WHERE...San Francisco Bay South of the Bay Bridge.
* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 9 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
205 Railroad Avenue
Danville, CA 94526
🏤 Mailing Address:
Eugene O'Neill NHS
P.O. Box 280
Danville, CA 94526
📞 Voice Phone: 925-228-8860
✉️ Email: euon_general_info@nps.gov