Coast Trail / Bear Valley Trail Loop
Itinerary
Bear Valley Visitor Center
5.8 mi • 1,300 ft gain
Coast Camp
8.1 mi • 1,000 ft gain
Wildcat Camp
6.4 mi • 1,000 ft gain
Bear Valley Visitor Center
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Point Reyes National Seashore Campground. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Aug 2024 – Aug 2025
Limited number of permits available.1 option
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Online reservations
| Opens | 3 months ahead | 7 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PT |
Advance release: 3 months ahead at 7 AM PT
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Point Reyes National Seashore Campground application:
| 1st Night Campsite | Coast Camp |
|---|---|
| 2nd Night Campsite | Wildcat Camp |