Point Reyes National Seashore
Designation: National Seashore
Location: California
đ Park Overview
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.
đ¤ 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!
đ Directions
Point Reyes is located along the west coast of California approximately 30 miles (50 km) north of San Francisco. Travelers may approach the park from the winding scenic Highway 1, either from the north or the south. Visitors can also reach the park via Sir Francis Drake Boulevard or the Point Reyes/Petaluma Road.
Images
Point Reyes Beach from the Point Reyes Lighthouse visitors' parking lot.
Credit: NPS Photo
Point Reyes Lighthouse
Credit: NPS Photo
The Historic RCA Coast Station KPH.
Credit: NPS Photo
Pierce Point Ranch
Credit: NPS Photo
Visitors enjoy a sunny day at Drakes Beach.
Credit: NPS Photo
Sunset on Tomales Point.
Credit: NPS Photo / Dan Wells
Herd of Tule Elk on Tomales Point.
Credit: NPS Photo
Hikers and horse riders on Bear Valley Trail.
Credit: NPS Photo
Activities
Topics
Operating Hours
Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Sunday, Jun 14
Fog
High: 68.4°F | Low: 53.6°F
Humidity: 92%
Wind: 7.2 mph
Rain Chance: 24%
UV Index: 9.7
Sunrise: 05:47 AM
Sunset: 08:35 PM
Moon: New Moon (0%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 58.3°F
Cloud Cover: 24%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Monday, Jun 15
Sunny
High: 68.6°F | Low: 53.1°F
Humidity: 81%
Wind: 7.8 mph
Rain Chance: 11%
UV Index: 9.2
Sunrise: 05:47 AM
Sunset: 08:35 PM
Moon: New Moon (2%)
Visibility: 4 mi
Dew Point: 56.4°F
Cloud Cover: 11%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Tuesday, Jun 16
Sunny
High: 68.6°F | Low: 52.8°F
Humidity: 78%
Wind: 7.4 mph
Rain Chance: 8%
UV Index: 8.9
Sunrise: 05:48 AM
Sunset: 08:36 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (6%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 55.9°F
Cloud Cover: 8%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Weather Alerts (5)
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 13 at 2:23PM PDT until June 16 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Jun 13, 2026 5:23pm
Expires: Jun 14, 2026 9:00am
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 2.0 ft of
inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas
near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip
currents expected.
* WHERE...Pacific Coast Beaches.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM PDT Saturday
to 3 AM PDT Tuesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 3
AM PDT Sunday through 3 AM PDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...High tide flooding of lots, parks, and roads with
only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions and localized beach erosion can be
expected. Sneaker waves can sweep across the shoreline without
warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties and
beaches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high
tide is expected to be 1.9 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW) at
10:20 PM on Saturday the 13th, 2.0 ft above normal (7.8 ft
MLLW) at 11:10 PM on Sunday the 14th, 1.9 ft above normal (7.8
ft MLLW) at 12:02 AM on Tuesday the 16th. High tide varies up
to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and
through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 13 at 2:23PM PDT until June 17 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Jun 13, 2026 5:23pm
Expires: Jun 14, 2026 9:00am
* WHAT...Up to 2.0 ft of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Low-lying bayshore regions along the San Francisco and
San Pablo Bays.
* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide
is expected to be 1.9 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW) at 10:20 PM
on Saturday the 13th, 2.0 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW) at
11:10 PM on Sunday the 14th, 1.9 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW)
at 12:02 AM on Tuesday the 16th, and 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft
MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday the 17th. High tide varies up to
90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through
the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 13 at 2:23PM PDT until June 17 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Jun 13, 2026 5:23pm
Expires: Jun 14, 2026 9:00am
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 2.0 ft of
inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas
near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip
currents expected.
* WHERE...Pacific Coast Beaches.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM PDT Saturday
to 3 AM PDT Tuesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 3
AM PDT Sunday through 3 AM PDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...High tide flooding of lots, parks, and roads with
only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions and localized beach erosion can be
expected. Sneaker waves can sweep across the shoreline without
warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties and
beaches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high
tide is expected to be 1.9 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW) at
10:20 PM on Saturday the 13th, 2.0 ft above normal (7.8 ft
MLLW) at 11:10 PM on Sunday the 14th, 1.9 ft above normal (7.8
ft MLLW) at 12:02 AM on Tuesday the 16th. High tide varies up
to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and
through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 13 at 2:23PM PDT until June 17 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Jun 13, 2026 5:23pm
Expires: Jun 14, 2026 9:00am
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 2.0 ft of
inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas
near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip
currents expected.
* WHERE...Low-lying coastal and bayshore areas in San Francisco.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 AM PDT
Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 3 AM PDT
Sunday through 3 AM PDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected. Dangerous conditions are
forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves,
strong rip currents, and large breaking waves.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide
is expected to be 1.9 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW) at 10:20 PM
on Saturday the 13th, 2.0 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW) at
11:10 PM on Sunday the 14th, 1.9 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW)
at 12:02 AM on Tuesday the 16th, and 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft
MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday the 17th. High tide varies up to
90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through
the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 13 at 2:23PM PDT until June 17 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Jun 13, 2026 5:23pm
Expires: Jun 14, 2026 9:00am
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 2.0 ft of
inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas
near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip
currents expected.
* WHERE...Low-lying coastal and bayshore areas in San Francisco.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 AM PDT
Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 3 AM PDT
Sunday through 3 AM PDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected. Dangerous conditions are
forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves,
strong rip currents, and large breaking waves.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide
is expected to be 1.9 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW) at 10:20 PM
on Saturday the 13th, 2.0 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW) at
11:10 PM on Sunday the 14th, 1.9 ft above normal (7.8 ft MLLW)
at 12:02 AM on Tuesday the 16th, and 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft
MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday the 17th. High tide varies up to
90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through
the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
Park Alerts
Park Events
Songs of the Sea & Chantey Sing-along
Avast, ye saucy sailors! Come brave the perilous waters of Point Reyes and join us for a rollicking good time at Point Reyes National Seashore's Sea Chantey Sing-along. Meet at the Ken Patrick Visitor Center where we'll raise our voices together in songs of the sea. Bring your arsenal of sea chanteys and your desire to lead us all in a tuneâor simply join in on the chorus, if that's what floats your boat.
This free event is for chantey singers of all levels. Due to the nature of sea chanteys, there may be lyrics that are not appropriate for children.
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Location: The courtyard of the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center at Drakes Beach. There are restrooms available on site.
Date: Jan 10, 2026 12:00am to Jan 10, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Songs of the Sea & Chantey Sing-along
Avast, ye saucy sailors! Come brave the perilous waters of Point Reyes and join us for a rollicking good time at Point Reyes National Seashore's Sea Chantey Sing-along. Meet at the Ken Patrick Visitor Center where we'll raise our voices together in songs of the sea. Bring your arsenal of sea chanteys and your desire to lead us all in a tuneâor simply join in on the chorus, if that's what floats your boat.
This free event is for chantey singers of all levels. Due to the nature of sea chanteys, there may be lyrics that are not appropriate for children.
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Location: The courtyard of the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center at Drakes Beach. There are restrooms available on site.
Date: Feb 21, 2026 12:00am to Feb 21, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Songs of the Sea & Chantey Sing-along
Avast, ye saucy sailors! Come brave the perilous waters of Point Reyes and join us for a rollicking good time at Point Reyes National Seashore's Sea Chantey Sing-along. Meet at the Ken Patrick Visitor Center where we'll raise our voices together in songs of the sea. Bring your arsenal of sea chanteys and your desire to lead us all in a tuneâor simply join in on the chorus, if that's what floats your boat.
This free event is for chantey singers of all levels. Due to the nature of sea chanteys, there may be lyrics that are not appropriate for children.
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Location: The courtyard of the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center at Drakes Beach. There are restrooms available on site.
Date: Mar 14, 2026 12:00am to Mar 14, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Wildflower Walk at Chimney Rock
Enjoy the opportunity to discover the hidden world of wildflower form, structure, and color at Chimney Rock. Using a hand lens (provided), observe flower details that will give you an enhanced appreciation of flower diversity. Engage in conversation about the concepts of biological diversity and native vs. non-native plants.
Walk lasts three hours on the Chimney Rock Trail, approximately a 2-mile roundtrip walk. Ability to kneel on the ground provides the best experience but is not a requirement. Bring water, snacks and layers for the possibility of wind, rain or chilly weather.Â
Walks are FREE, but limited to 20 participants, so register today!
Date: Apr 1, 2026 12:00am to Apr 1, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Wildflower Walk at Chimney Rock
Enjoy the opportunity to discover the hidden world of wildflower form, structure, and color at Chimney Rock. Using a hand lens (provided), observe flower details that will give you an enhanced appreciation of flower diversity. Engage in conversation about the concepts of biological diversity and native vs. non-native plants.
Walk lasts three hours on the Chimney Rock Trail, approximately a 2-mile roundtrip walk. Ability to kneel on the ground provides the best experience but is not a requirement. Bring water, snacks and layers for the possibility of wind, rain or chilly weather.Â
Walks are FREE, but limited to 20 participants, so register today!
Date: Apr 15, 2026 12:00am to Apr 15, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Wildflower Walk at Chimney Rock
Enjoy the opportunity to discover the hidden world of wildflower form, structure, and color at Chimney Rock. Using a hand lens (provided), observe flower details that will give you an enhanced appreciation of flower diversity. Engage in conversation about the concepts of biological diversity and native vs. non-native plants.
Walk lasts three hours on the Chimney Rock Trail, approximately a 2-mile roundtrip walk. Ability to kneel on the ground provides the best experience but is not a requirement. Bring water, snacks and layers for the possibility of wind, rain or chilly weather.Â
Walks are FREE, but limited to 20 participants, so register today!
Date: Apr 16, 2026 12:00am to Apr 16, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Songs of the Sea & Chantey Sing-along
Avast, ye saucy sailors! Come brave the perilous waters of Point Reyes and join us for a rollicking good time at Point Reyes National Seashore's Sea Chantey Sing-along. Meet at the Ken Patrick Visitor Center where we'll raise our voices together in songs of the sea. Bring your arsenal of sea chanteys and your desire to lead us all in a tuneâor simply join in on the chorus, if that's what floats your boat.
This free event is for chantey singers of all levels. Due to the nature of sea chanteys, there may be lyrics that are not appropriate for children.
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Location: The courtyard of the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center at Drakes Beach. There are restrooms available on site.
Date: Apr 18, 2026 12:00am to Apr 18, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Wildflower Walk at Chimney Rock
Enjoy the opportunity to discover the hidden world of wildflower form, structure, and color at Chimney Rock. Using a hand lens (provided), observe flower details that will give you an enhanced appreciation of flower diversity. Engage in conversation about the concepts of biological diversity and native vs. non-native plants.
Walk lasts three hours on the Chimney Rock Trail, approximately a 2-mile roundtrip walk. Ability to kneel on the ground provides the best experience but is not a requirement. Bring water, snacks and layers for the possibility of wind, rain or chilly weather.Â
Walks are FREE, but limited to 20 participants, so register today!
Date: Apr 23, 2026 12:00am to Apr 23, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Wildflower Walk at Chimney Rock
Enjoy the opportunity to discover the hidden world of wildflower form, structure, and color at Chimney Rock. Using a hand lens (provided), observe flower details that will give you an enhanced appreciation of flower diversity. Engage in conversation about the concepts of biological diversity and native vs. non-native plants.
Walk lasts three hours on the Chimney Rock Trail, approximately a 2-mile roundtrip walk. Ability to kneel on the ground provides the best experience but is not a requirement. Bring water, snacks and layers for the possibility of wind, rain or chilly weather.Â
Walks are FREE, but limited to 20 participants, so register today!
Date: Apr 25, 2026 12:00am to Apr 25, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Songs of the Sea & Chantey Sing-along
Avast, ye saucy sailors! Come brave the perilous waters of Point Reyes and join us for a rollicking good time at Point Reyes National Seashore's Sea Chantey Sing-along. Meet at the Ken Patrick Visitor Center where we'll raise our voices together in songs of the sea. Bring your arsenal of sea chanteys and your desire to lead us all in a tuneâor simply join in on the chorus, if that's what floats your boat.
This free event is for chantey singers of all levels. Due to the nature of sea chanteys, there may be lyrics that are not appropriate for children.
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Location: The courtyard of the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center at Drakes Beach. There are restrooms available on site.
Date: May 16, 2026 12:00am to May 16, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
đ Physical Address:
1 Bear Valley Road
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
đ¤ Mailing Address:
1 Bear Valley Road
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
đ Voice Phone: 415-464-5100
âď¸ Email: pore_info@nps.gov