Point Reyes National Seashore: Lighthouse and Chimney Rock Trails

Point Reyes Station California Hikes

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Point Reyes National Seashore: Lighthouse and Chimney Rock Trails - Point Reyes Station California Hikes

These are two short, exhilarating hikes. The lighthouse walk features marine wildlife and plant life that can survive harsh weather conditions. The lighthouse is the best place in Marin to watch gray whales migrating from Alaska to Baja California. On a clear day, you can see out to the Farallon Islands. Chimney Rock boasts one of the best wildflower displays on the coast and is the site of shipwrecks dating to 1585. Along the Chimney Rock Trail, towering 500-foot cliffs provide spectacular coastline scenery. A short drive is required to get to the Chimney Rock trailhead from the lighthouse. This eTrail also includes suggested nearby attractions, camping & lodging, restaurants, and local outdoor retailers.

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Trail Statistics & Information


Activity Type:	Hiking
Nearby City:	Point Reyes Station
Length:	3 total miles
Elevation Gain:	Minimal
Trail Type:	Many options
Skill Level:	Easy
Duration:	4 hours
Season:	Year-round, sunrise to sunset
Trailhead Elevation:	100 feet
Top Elevation:	400 feet
Local Contacts:	Point Reyes National Seashore
Topo Map:	Point Reyes National Seashore: Lighthouse and Chimney Rock Trails Topographic Map
Guide Book:	Hiking the San Francisco Bay Area Guide Book
Driving Directions:	View Guide
Trail Directions:	View Guide

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Date of Trip: 8/22/2009
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We had a 'light-hiker' in our group who didn't want to do anything too stre…

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