Point Reyes Lighthouse Trail

Name: Point Reyes Lighthouse Trail
Rating: 4.8

4.8 ( 4 )

Trail

0.7 mile 1.1 kilometer point to point
87% Runnable
Easy/Intermediate

Elevation

Ascent: 60' 18 m
Descent: -142' -43 m
High: 523' 159 m
Low: 384' 117 m

Grade

Avg Grade: 6% (3°)
Max Grade: 19% (11°)

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“Run to the historic Point Reyes Lighthouse and take in all the views of the coastline.”

— John McKinney

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Be aware that the visitor center for the lighthouse is only open Thursday through Monday, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Description

Run along the rocky coastline of Point Reyes on a paved path for a little over 1/2 of a mile to reach the famous Point Reyes Lighthouse. Along the way you'll see a visitor center for the lighthouse. After you've learned all about the lighthouse and taken in all the views of the scenic coastline you can return back to the parking area the way you came.

Thanks to John McKinney, The Trailmaster, for sharing this trail description. To learn more about trails in California, check out his guides at The Trailmaster Store.