Point Reyes, Coastal peninsula in Marin County, California.
The Point Reyes Peninsula extends into the Pacific Ocean, featuring rocky cliffs, sandy beaches, and grasslands bordered by Tomales Bay and Bolinas Lagoon.
Spanish explorer Sebastian Vizcaino named Point Reyes on January 6, 1603, when his ship anchored in Drakes Bay during the Feast of the Three Kings.
The Coast Miwok people established over 100 settlements throughout the peninsula, maintaining a population of 3,000 before European contact.
The Point Reyes National Seashore provides 70,000 acres of protected land with hiking trails, whale watching spots, and access to the historic lighthouse.
The peninsula sits on the Pacific Plate, separated from mainland California by the San Andreas Fault, moving northwest at a rate of 2 inches per year.
Location: California
GPS coordinates: 37.99680,-123.02000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:15
California's beaches range from the busy southern coast to the remote northern shores. Each location offers specific features: Santa Monica's pier, Venice's cultural scene, Laguna's scenic views, and Pfeiffer's mineral-colored sand. The coastline includes urban beaches with facilities, natural areas with rock formations, and protected marine zones for water sports and wildlife observation.
Point Reyes National Seashore
14.3 km
Point Reyes Lighthouse
293 m
Tomales Bay State Park
18.1 km
Kule Loklo
19.8 km
Point Reyes Lifeboat Station
4.1 km
Phillip Burton Wilderness
18.2 km
Hearts Desire Beach
18.8 km
Drakes Beach
6.2 km
Cypress Tree Tunnel
12.6 km
Limantour Beach
11.2 km
North Beach
9.7 km
Indian Beach
19 km
Kehoe Beach
18.7 km
South Beach
6.5 km
Shell Beach
18.5 km
Pebble Beach
18.7 km
Kelham Beach
17.9 km
Shalow Beach
18.6 km
Drakes Bay Historic and Archeological District
9 km
Marshall Beach
20.6 km
Alan Sieroty Beach
19.4 km
Santa Maria Beach
14.7 km
Teachers Beach
18.5 km
Sunshine Beach
9.4 km
Sculptured Beach
15.4 km
Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center
6.2 km
Wildcat Beach
20.7 km
Heart's Desire
18.8 kmReviews
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