Viewpoint
Marin Headlands and Point Bonita Lighthouse
Sausalito, California
Rugged headland drive finishing with a footbridge walk to a working lighthouse.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours

Take the Marin Headlands loop for ocean views and old military batteries, then walk the tunnel and suspension bridge out to Point Bonita Lighthouse. The lighthouse is only open on set days, but the walk and the view are worth it anyway.
Good to know
- Lighthouse access is limited to certain days, check the NPS page
- The trail is about a 1 mile round trip from the car park
- Bring layers for wind
- Best time
- Late afternoon
- Getting there
- Sealed road, small car park, not good for long vehicles
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.
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