Bicentennial Campground
Open year-round. Reservations required via Recreation.gov up to six months in advance. Maximum stay is three nights per season per camper. No water available on-site.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 28 at 12:20AM PDT until October 30 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.9 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Pacific Coast. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying infrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion. Rising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach than normal, restricting escape from beaches and coastal areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.9 ft above normal (7.7 ft MLLW) at 12:56 PM Wednesday 10/28, 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 01:43 PM Thursday 10/29, and 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft MLLW) at 02:39 PM Friday 10/30. These predictions include up to 1.2 ft of surge that will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
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.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (415) 331-1540 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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