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Wittenberg trail junction, continue along the Mt. Carry binoculars and a field guide to birds as you walk … Love staying at Wildcat camp. A rugged trail descends moderately steeply down a ravine to the ocean. From the the Z Ranch-Mt. Haha. 3. The south end of Coast Trail begins with spectacular ocean views from high above the surf. Left the visitor center and 9am and returned at the lot at 7pm. 5. Harbor seals are frequently seen poking their heads up out of the water beyond the breakers. Start this hike at the Limantour Beach parking lot. On the trail, from the bridge at Alamere Creek, it's another mile-plus north on the Coast Trail to Wildcat Camp. You'll get to Wildcat campground which has an entrance to a beach. Bear Valley Mountain 2280 State Route 207 PO BOX 5038 Bear Valley, CA 95223 Phone: 1-209-753-2301 fun@bearvalley.com Beware of g… Wittenberg Trail and climb (400 m / 1300 ft. elevation change in 2.9 km / 1.8 mi.) Visit our Trail Advisories and Closures for current information. The first 5 km (3 mi.) After about 2 minutes on the trail, you'll see a map on your right that lays out the trail to the falls as well as a few campground (Sky, Wildcat, etc. Hiking at Point Reyes National Seashore Wittenberg. Arch Rock was an overlook point with no beach access. 415-464-5100 x1 Turn right and follow the Muddy Hollow Road Trail as it meanders 3.7 km (2.3 mi.) From the Chimney Rock parking lot, follow the driveway downhill and to the left. A thirty-minute detour to the north on the Coast Trail will bring you to Kelham Beach. On the hike to the upper portion of the falls, you'll pass Bass Lake, which is a frequent swimming spot and even has a rope swing for the adventurous. A short path leads up to a replica of a Coast Miwok Indian village. (See our Pets page for more information.) Point Reyes NS is an incredibly beautiful, serene, and biodiverse place. Various sources online seemed to indicate a 9 mile hike to the Falls, but they are dead wrong. With close to 240 kilometers (150 miles) of hiking trails, these are just a few of the routes visitors can follow while visiting the park. trail leads to the summit of Mt. There is a rack at the end of the Bear Valley trail and you can hike from there. Many trails lead to Wildcat Campground, but the most commonly used routes are: the 8.8-km (5.5-mile) hike from the Palomarin Trailhead* via the Coast Trail; the 10.1-km (6.3-mile) hike from the Bear Valley Trailhead via the Bear Valley, Glen, and Stewart Trails; or the 10.7-km (6.7-mile) hike from the Five Brooks Trailhead via the Stewart Trail. 415-464-5139 To get to Alamere Falls, park at the Palomarin trailhead in the southern end of the park. Permits must be picked up at Bear Valley Visitor Center before the trip. So I recommend taking bear valley to arch rock then wildcat. Fog and wind can limit visibility and make this hike more challenging. Somebody didn’t get their facts straight.Or did they?The truth is, there are actually 2 trails to Alamere Falls, but the significantly shorter trail has been closed indefinitely. Begin at the Bear Valley Trailhead, at the south end of the Bear Valley Parking Lot. 663-8522 x2 (local toll-free from 663- or 669- prefix in 415 area code) should carry one with them and must wear a facial covering when interacting with others who are not members of their household in public and private spaces if they cannot practice physical distancing, Tomales Point, Pierce Point Ranch, and the Tule Elk Reserve. Allow 25 minutes driving time from Bear Valley. Allow 45 minutes driving time from Bear Valley. I followed this route to visit Wildcat Beach and the Ocean Lake. This is 13.7 miles roundtrip, and approximately 1985' total roundtrip elevation gain. Please note that if you are calling between 4:30 pm and 10 am, park staff may not be available to answer your call. falls were easily accessible,but we did check the tide forecast so planned it around low tide. Estero Trail to Drakes Head: 9.5: Day 3: Meadow Trail—Sky Trail—Arch Rock—Bear Valley Trail: 9: Day 4: The Coastal Trail: Palomarin - Alamere Falls: 11.5: Day 5: Tomales Point: 9: Day 6: Chimney Rock—Point Reyes Lighthouse: 6 From January through May, look for migrating whales from the point. 415-464-5131 There is not a bridge across the Muddy Hollow Creek just west of the trailhead and one may get their feet wet while attempting to cross the creek when the water level is high in winter and spring. Every now and then, with little to no warning, coastal erosion results in cliff faces collapsing. Distance: 6.4 km / 4 mi. Turn left to return to the Bear Valley Trailhead. To access the lower falls, continue north to Wildcat Camp and at low tide, walk south.) 415-464-5100 We ended up choosing this trail because the Palomarin Trailhead was closed. At Windy Gap, one can look east down into White Gulch where there is a spring to which the tule elk are attracted. You will take the Coast Trail to Wildcat Camp, then hike south down the beach until you see the falls. From here, one can walk for miles to the north or south along the beach, or return to the parking lot via the same trail one followed to reach the beach. If you choose to continue beyond the first few kilometers, you will enter a redwood forest and eventually chaparral habitat at the southern end of the trail. Distance: 3.2 km / 2 mi. An easy stroll through open grasslands and coastal scrub with good spring wildflowers and excellent birding, especially in the fall and winter. This is the only trail within Point Reyes National Seashore where dogs are permitted. Check the park's Facebook page and/or Twitter feed for updates on crowded weekends! Because of the Falls’ … Please note, the old Alamere Falls trail is closed indefinitely due to storm damage and erosion. Our legs and bodies ached especially on the incline back, but the hiking shoes proved to be well worth the money. The once unobstructed views from near the summit have, since 2000, become obstructed by dense Douglas fir thickets that sprouted shortly after the 1995 Vision Fire. ... 16.8 mi: Pass the spur trail to Alamere Falls. We had a great time except we wore the wrong shoes! The tidefall is stunning, but access to the front of it also depends on the tide - … On a Thursday morning not many people after the cutoff at the bike rack. 2. Continue on Glen Trial to Coast Glen Spur/Stewart Trial for quickest route (6.4) to Wildcat Camp. Not 5 stars because there wasn't much to look at during the hike. For directions to trailheads, visit our Directions to Park Destinations page. Length 17.4 miElevation gain 2949 ftRoute type Out & back The hike to Alamere falls is ~8.4 mile out-and-back. Please see the advisory about the collapse of part of the bluff near the north end of Tomales Point. ” in 27 reviews “ That trail was only about 4 miles out and back, but since then we have done Alamere Falls which is about 10 miles. This pleasant stroll through mixed Douglas fir forest and along Bear Valley Creek to Divide Meadow and along Coast Creek beyond Divide Meadow is largely sheltered from sun, wind, and coastal fog. Distance: (1.3 km / 0.8 mi.) trail which leads to the summit of Mt. Carry binoculars and a field guide to birds as you walk along the crest of Limantour Spit. Great hike ! Backcountry Camping Challenging to get to the falls and back in one day but well worth the effort. Trails are well maintained and well marked with a nice mix of shade and sun. McClures Beach is contained within a beautiful cove backed by rocky cliffs, but watch out for tidal fluctuations and dangerous surf. “Arch rock” collapsed some time ago, though, so don’t expect that. Allow five minutes driving time from Bear Valley to the Bolinas Ridge Trailhead, which is east of Olema on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. we timed that right. All trails south of Limantour Road and Bear Valley Road, west of the Bear Valley Visitor Center Access Road and Rift Zone Trail, and north of Stewart Trail are closed until further notice due to the Woodward Fire. Great trail! We took glen on the way in and arch rock on the way out and the arch rock loop was about 10x as much ocean view as the glen trail route. You'll take a short side trail to the left which will bring you back to the fire road, and the Ridge Trail will begin on the other side of the fire road. Several benches along the way offer great resting spots in the shade. Distance to Windy Gap: 3.2 km / 2 mi. Additional information and tips about hiking may be found on our Hiking at Point Reyes National Seashore page. south to Drakes Head. This open trail through the Tule Elk Reserve offers spectacular views of Tomales Bay, Bodega Bay, and the Pacific Ocean. DIFFICULT 6.9 mi. Advisory: Stick to the official trail and stay away from the bluff tops. No. Please help do your part to slow the spread of the coronavirus by staying close to home; if you do visit Point Reyes, please maintain at least six feet of physical distance. Everyone had the same idea today so we were turned away at Alamere Falls for traffic control, but there's another entrance! even though it is a little longer I preferred it as it seemed less traveled and great views until it headed inland. Point Reyes south trail map : Palomarin Bass Lake, Alamere Falls, Wildcat Camp, Glen Camp, Olema Valley, Five Brooks, Bear Valley, Coast Trail, Mt Wittenberg, Sky Camp, Bolinas Ridge : … Look for elusive brush rabbits, bobcats, and mountain lions, which are occasionally sighted in this area. DIFFICULT 6.3 mi. If you are starting your hike from the Bear Valley area, please park your vehicle(s) in the gravel parking lot on the left (east) side of the access road close to the Bear Valley Trailhead, not in the paved parking lot adjacent to the Bear Valley Visitor Center. “ I started at the visitors center and biked the Bear Valley Trail until bikes are not allowed (about 3.25 miles). A Stay Home (also known as Shelter-In-Place) Order is in place for Marin County until Monday, January 4, 2021. I think it's closer to 14.5 miles round trip. It was sooo hard! This relatively easy trail through open grassland and an old Christmas tree farm offers excellent birding opportunities and the possibility of seeing bat rays and leopard sharks swimming just below the water's surface in Home Bay. Allow 35 minutes driving time from Bear Valley to the McClures Beach Trailhead, located at the end of the Pierce Point Road, below Pierce Point Ranch to the west. The trail has suffered serious dam… Visitor Information Below are brief descriptions of the most popular hikes found at Point Reyes National Seashore. You may hike with your dog on this trail. An interpretive brochure describing some plants and animals you may see can be obtained at the trailhead or at the Bear Valley Visitor Center. The route follows the wide Bear Valley Trail, which climbs for the first two miles then descends gradually to the coast. Visit our Recreate Responsibly page for guidelines for responsible recreation in the outdoors at Point Reyes and other park lands during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The falls are a dramatic sight as water cascades over a ~30 foot tall cliff onto the south end of Wildcat Beach. Drop to the beach, and walk 1.15 miles south to the falls. Please be sure to leave gates as you find them: if they are closed, please close them after passing through. 7. Or continue straight along the ridge crest as the Glenbrook Trail leads 1 km (0.6 mi.) On a sunny day or a moonlit night, enjoy the expansive feeling of this open space offering views of Olema Valley. Take this is short, less than 1/2 mile Alamere Falls access trail down to the cliffs where the 50 ft falls land on the beach. Please observe all trail closures and barriers. On the way back we ended up taking the Coast trail to Glen Trail and then to Bear Valley. The trail had muddy parts even though we had summer weather all week. The once unobstructed views from near the summit have, since 2000, become obstructed by dense Douglas fir thickets that sprouted shortly after the 1995 Vision Fire. Interpretive signs briefly describe Coast Miwok culture and history and the structures in the village. A bridge spanning the breach offers a good location to watch from birds, bat rays, and leopard sharks. Visit our Elephant Seals and Viewing Elephant Seals for more information. from the trailhead at the head of Home Bay. Amazing trek. The park's trail crew is working to address the trail conditions as best they can, but please anticipate wading through vegetation as you hike, and check yourself for ticks during and after your hike. Continue on the trail past Bass Lake. Alamere Falls and Wildcat Camp via Bear Valley Trail [CLOSED] is a 17.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Point Reyes Station, California that features a lake and is rated as difficult. (518 KB PDF). It's 14 miles, which I wish we had known before we invited friends with kids. Distance: 12 km / 7.4 mi. All listed distances are round trip. walking on sand, before returning via the same trail. Check out our Tomales Point, Pierce Point Ranch, and the Tule Elk Reserve page for more information about visiting this beautiful location. The Estero Trail head west out of the valley floor through some coastal scrub up and over a ridge before descending into another valley and crossing the Glenbrook Creek. Fog and wind can make this hike challenging. Allow 25 minutes driving time from Bear Valley to the Abbotts Lagoon Trailhead. Take the left on Alamere Falls trail, a scrambly single-track hike that leads you to … Biking the bear valley trail to the Glen trail made this A LOT easier. 415-663-8054 from the trailhead; follow it 2.1 km (1.3 mi) to get to Sunset Beach, which is more of a wetland now, rather than a beach. A spur trail goes from here to the craggy overlook of Double Point, a favorite place for whale watching in March. Probably the most popular path in the park, although not so many walk the full length, the Bear Valley Trail links the visitor center with Arch Rock beside the Pacific Ocean. Allow 20 minutes driving time from Bear Valley. 21 km / 13 mi. The official route to Alamere Falls from the Palomarin Trailhead is 13.8 miles, taking you through Wildcat Campground. Allow 45 minutes driving time from Bear Valley. Parking at commonwealth parking 2.25 mls walk to the entrance of the trail. Visit our Trail Advisories and Closures page for more information. Once you get to Wildcat camp you can skip the extra few miles of trail and walk a mile up the beach to Alamere Falls, just making sure to be very careful of the tide schedule. This loop trail explores the beautiful local forest and meadow ecosystems of Bear Valley. Open ocean views are plentiful along the last 0.8 km (0.5 mi.) Hikers wanting to hike further can continue another 6 km (3.7 miles) to the north tip of Tomales Point. Or, if one continues along Mt. Alamere Falls is a beautiful waterfall deep within the Phillip Burton Wilderness. I recommend going early in the morning, the mist in the woods gives a good feeling. Notice: The Point Reyes Beach between Abbotts Lagoon and the North Beach parking lot is closed to all access on weekends and federal holidays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend due to nesting snowy plovers. The journey all the way to the Point is worth it, for the views can be spectacular. Bathrooms at bear valley and wildcat were open. See all Lands End Trail reviews Alamere Falls - Point Reyes National Seashore. of the Woodward Valley Trail and along the length of the Coast Trail. The falls, located within the Phillip Burton Wilderness on the south end of Wildcat Beach are 30+ feet high with several drops. Alamere Falls and Wildcat Camp via Bear Valley Trail [CLOSED] is a 28.0 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Point Reyes Station, California that features a lake and is rated as difficult. ), turn right on to the Drakes Head Trail at the junction of a number of fencelines adjacent to a small corral and abandoned, circular, concrete water trough. What I don’t understand is that if the hike it’s open why they have not clear the trails and why they don’t put a sign on the trail to palomares beach that it’s no safe to do down. The trail quickly meets up with the Coast Trail which you will follow almost all the way to Alamere Falls. If one were to do the route clockwise, one would head south on the Muddy Hollow Trail for 0.5 km (0.3 mi.) Glen via Bear Valley Trail. 6. Wonderful trail, quieter than the trail starting at the popular Palomarin trailhead. While no easy treka 13-mile (20 km) minimum round-trip hike is requiredthis spectacular spot is a popularand a sometimes overcrowdedvisitor draw. A short paved loop explores the San Andreas Fault Zone. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Distance: 10 km / 6 mi. From here, take the same beach route as the Palomarin Long Route. It is also a prime wildlife viewing trail, as it is remote and the tule elk are enclosed in this reserve. This number will initially be answered by an automated attendant, from which one can opt to access a name directory, listen to recorded information about the park (i.e., directions to the park; visitor center hours of operation; weather forecast; fire danger information; shuttle bus system status; wildlife updates; ranger-led programs; seasonal events; etc. Make your perfect outing even better by eating at Cafe Reyes in Point Reyes Station. DIFFICULT 13.0 mi. If you are going for a day hike for the falls start at Palomarin. GOVT SHUTDOWN cond as of 1/21/19: trails were in rough shape but completely doable. The loop passes through a dense mixed Douglas fir and oak forest and several open meadows. oh and to the last reviewer who said the trail was overgrown they just cleared it. The hike begins at the Bear Valley Trailhead, located at the south end of the Bear Valley Parking Lot. Distance: 15 km / 9.4 mi. This number will initially be answered by an automated attendant, from which one can opt to access a name directory, listen to recorded information about the park (i.e., directions to the park; visitor center hours of operation; weather forecast; fire danger information; shuttle bus system status; wildlife updates; ranger-led programs; seasonal events; etc. Distance: 2.5 km / 1.6 mi. Limantour Spit Trail. This is a choose your own adventure trail! Download a map indicating the area and trails closed due to the Woodward Fire. Allow thirty-five minutes driving time from Bear Valley to the Tomales Point Trailhead, which is located at the end of Pierce Point Road. DIFFICULT 12.5 mi. Allow 35 minutes driving time from Bear Valley to the Tomales Point Trailhead, located at the north end of Pierce Point Road. Beyond Home Bay, the trail leads up and over a couple small headlands, which are separated by valleys in which there are stockponds that attract waterfowl, as well as cows. And the views were breath taking(: Rewarding hike with beautiful coastal vistas and the beauty of Alamere Falls waiting for you at the end. Distance: 3.2 km / 2 mi. Alamere Falls was enjoyable, if not a little crowded. It's a road less traveled -only passed one person on the way and 2 groups on horseback). The Z Ranch Trail brings you to the 0.6 km (0.4 mi.) This trail begins at the southeast corner of the Bear Valley Picnic Area, just across the access road from the Bear Valley Visitor Center. Climb the Sky Trail with some limited views of the ocean and continue through the woods to the Horse Trail. The Coast Trail is subject to seasonal flooding. Some tips to maximize your trip: take the extra half mile to take the spur trail out to arch rock! After 1 km (0.6 mi. Allow 30 minutes driving time from Bear Valley to the Kehoe Beach Trailhead. Allow 25 minutes driving time from Bear Valley to the Abbotts Lagoon Trailhead. 1 Bear Valley Road However, as one continues from the Z Ranch-Mt. Education Programs Allow fifteen minutes driving time from Bear Valley to the Muddy Hollow Trailhead, which is located off of Limantour Road. (Osaze Cuomo/Shutterstock) Allow ten minutes driving time from Bear Valley to the Sky Trailhead, which is located along Limantour Road. to the Lower Pierce Point Ranch site are well marked and maintained, but the last stretch can be overgrown with bush lupine and other shrubs, so wearing long pants and long sleeves are a good idea. 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