Point Reyes Beach, Point Reyes Station, CA, Outdoor Recr...

descriptions from web

General Description Great Beach is also know as Point Reyes Beach. It extends ten miles along the western shore of Point Reyes National Seashore. This beach is exposed to open ocean and periods of heavy surf are common occurrences. Tidepooling, walking and exploring are popular activities along this beach. Facilities are limited to restrooms at the north and south entrances. The beach is accessible wildernet.com
Point Reyes is nearly framed by water on all four sides, with beaches that are among the Seashore?s principal attractions. The Great Beach?aka Point Reyes Beach?stretches 10 miles along the Pacific. You can drive to Nort... igougo.com
This very pretty trail takes you through a dense forest that follows a creek. It is the most popular trail in the park and is exceptionally crowded with hikers on the weekends. Because of the congestion, it is recommended that cyclists use this trail only on weekdays. This is a very nice ride for the whole family. trails.com

reviews from web

Reviewer's Rating = 5 Date of Trip: 11/10/2008 This was a great trail for beginning mtn. bikers, getting back in shape, or doing a date ride. The ocean view is beautiful ... from trails.com

Point Reyes National Seashore - 5 out of 5 stars from lubmac on October 25, 2003: Point Reyes was a surprise to me. It has such a variety of terrain to see! There are rol... from igougo.com

Point Reyes National Seashore - 5 out of 5 stars from callen60 on May 5, 2007: On the map, Point Reyes is a large green spike?or perhaps a high-heeled shoe?sticking into ... from igougo.com

Point Reyes' Beaches - 5 out of 5 stars from callen60 on May 5, 2007: Point Reyes is nearly framed by water on all four sides, with beaches that are among the Seashore?s ... from igougo.com

Views and History and Wildlife Combined - 4 out of 5 stars from NiceGinna on October 1, 2009: We spent a day exploring the wild Point Reyes Seashore with its great views.... from igougo.com

details from web

activities: Hiking, Scrambling
elevation(ft): 1407
elevation(mts): 429
last edited: Nov 24, 2010
other info: Overview Point Reyes contains some of the most dramatic shoreline in the United States. High ridgelines draped in temperate rainforests plunge down to narrow coastal prairies that are perched atop sheer cliffs constantly pounded by the surf. Add to this dramatic landscape, phenomenal beaches,...
seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
address: 1 Bear Valley Rd.
climate: Warm, dry summers and cool rainy winters characterize the Point Reyes Peninsula's climate, similar to the type of climate that prevails on the Mediterranean.
fax: (415) 663-8132
zip code: 94956
activity: Birding
city: Olema
distance (miles): 0
elevation gain (feet): Minimal
local contacts: Point Reyes National Seashore.
local maps: DeLorme Northern California Atlas & Gazetteer.
publisher: Falcon Publishing
season: Best November-March for most waterfowl; April-June for breeding birds; August-October for shorebirds; May-June, and September-October for vagrant land birds.
state: California
trail type: Many options
fax: 415-663-8132
handicapped accessible: Yes
location: point reyes national seashore
location link: http://wildernet.com/pages/area.cfm?areaid=pointreyesns&cu_id=1
recreation opportunities: Activity Remarks On Site History Point Reyes Lighthouse and Visitor Center Yes Hiking & Walking Point Reyes Lighthouse and Visitor Center Yes Historic Sites (major) The lighthouse lies beyond the visitor center, 300 steps down the cliff. Yes Viewing Interpretive Signs Point Reyes Lighthouse...
usage: 0.66
vehicle accessibility: Passenger Vehicle
location: Point Reyes National Seashore is located roughly 22 miles north of San Francisco off Highway 1.
references: Lighthouses and Lifeboats on the Redwood Coast, Ralph Shanks, 1978. , Umbrella Guide to California Lighthouses, Sharlene and Ted Nelson, 1999.
location: California, United States
quick description: Located on Beautiful Marin County coast.
variables: Coastal Lighthouse: Lighthouse Range Lights: Not listed LIGHTHOUSE CHALLENGE VISIT: Not listed
ages: All
categories: Beaches
more details: For the park brochure, go to http://www.nps.gov/pore/parknews/upload/newspaper_visitorguide_2007.pdf For a list of trails and guided hikes, go to http://www.nps.gov/pore/planyourvisit/hiking_guide.htm SEASONAL EVENTS Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Gray Whale Migration X X X X...
topics of interest: Picture Perfect Moments
author: Laura McConnell
keywords: Beach, exercise, Location, outdoor, picnic, tours/walks, wildlife
category: Beach

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