Coast Trail / Bear Valley Trail Loop
Backpacking3 days20.3 mi (round-trip)
UpcomingAdvance release
tomorrow, 2 PM
Trips starting Jan 4, 2026
Best time
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
Driving directions
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Point Reyes National Seashore Campground. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Trips starting between January 1, 2025 and February 28, 2026
Permits required. Quota in effect.
Online reservations
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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 |
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2nd Night Campsite | Wildcat Camp |
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