Bicentennial Campground

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·Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Overview

Bicentennial Campground is in an ideal location in the Marin Headlands surrounded by a grove of cypress trees. The campground is a great location for those wanting to camp near the city. There is a moderate short hill to climb to/from the campground from the parking area. It is downhill to the site and uphill back to the parking area.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Bbq

    (All campsites have Bbq)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 3)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 3)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

Natural Features

View of Golden Gate Bridge from Bicentennial Campground, eclipsed by trees - Credits: NPS
Two people set up a large tent near a picnic table at Site 3. - Credits: Kirke Wrench NPS
A dirt road leads down to Bicentennial. Battery Wallace with picnic tables and a vault toilet is in the background. - Credits: Lara Volski NPS
Bicentennial from the access road, in a green meadow surrounded by cypress trees. - Credits: Lara Volski NPS
The campground is secluded amongst a cypress tree grove and offers great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and city of San Francisco.

Recreation

Campground with sign post, trashcans, and three campsites splayed across a meadow. - Credits: Lara Volski NPS

The Marin Headlands is noted for its great hiking, and many trails with scenic views are close by. Rodeo Beach is about 1.5 miles away. Point Bonita Lighthouse and the historic Nike Site are within walking distance.

Permitted Equipment

  • tent-N/A

Nearby Attractions

Bicentennial Campground is a short walk from the Point Bonita Lighthouse and the Nike Missile Site. Also close by are some of the many 20th century coastal defense gun batteries and the city of San Francisco.

Additional Information

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