Bicentennial Campground

About

Bicentennial Campground is the most accessible of the campgrounds in Golden Gate National Recreation Area, located approximately 100 yards from the parking area near Battery Wallace in the Marin Headlands. The campground sits in a secluded cypress tree grove and offers remarkable views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco skyline, making it an ideal choice for campers seeking a wilderness experience close to the city. The campground has three tent-only sites, each accommodating a maximum of three guests. Every site is equipped with a picnic table, barbecue grill, and food storage locker. A portable restroom is located on-site, with a vault toilet available 0.5 miles away at Bicentennial Picnic Area. There is no potable water at the campground, so campers must bring all water needed for drinking, cooking, and cleaning. Nearby attractions include Point Bonita Lighthouse and the historic Nike Missile Site, both within walking distance. Rodeo Beach is about 1.5 miles away, and the Marin Headlands offers numerous hiking trails with scenic coastal views. The campground is accessible via a 200-yard walk down a moderately steep, packed dirt trail from the parking area.

Directions

Upon entering the Marin Headlands via the Baker-Barry Tunnel, drive until you reach Field Road. Turn left onto Field Road, drive less than 0.5 miles uphill and make the first left turn you can, followed by a right. Signs for Bicentennial Campground will be visible. Either parallel park on the road or in the small dirt pull-out. The campground is 200 yards down a moderately steep trail from the parking area.