Palomarin Trailhead is a well-known brand in the hiking and outdoor enthusiast industry. As the starting point for many popular trails located in Point Reyes National Seashore, California, Palomarin Trailhead offers a picturesque and serene setting for adventurers to explore. With a variety of hiking options ranging from easy to difficult, it is the perfect destination for individuals and groups seeking a challenging yet peaceful outdoor experience. Over the years, Palomarin Trailhead has developed a reputation for providing high-quality trails, stunning views, and a safe and secure environment for hikers. The brand is dedicated to preserving the natural beauty and wildlife of the area and encourages responsible and sustainable practices from its visitors.
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Amenities and More
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for kids
- Public toilet
- Kid-friendly hikes
Reviews
I read a review before heading out about how of your a big chick, don't let it stop you and this have me the courage to go. So thank you for that review. We did 6 miles on the trail. We were heading to Alamere Falls. I has my 9 year old who I can say really hung in there. We ran into a trail guide. He recommended us not go the short cut because of all the poison oak and the fact that it was high tide so we would have only seen it from the top. That's when we decided, maybe next time. It was such a beautiful hike with so many things to see. Hundreds of mushrooms and dozens of banana slugs, cascading vines, eucalyptus trees and pines, lakes and ocean and deer walking down the trail. My recommendations are to start early, we started around noon and got back by 4pm which by then was getting a bit late had we off kept going it would have brought us back by 6 and probably dark by then. I brought a bag with food and water. That was a must, at least some snacks. We ate lunch near bass lake. Shoes that are good in mud. It's rainy season and it was very muddy. Dress in layers. Oh! And don't touch the stinging nettle!!! Google what it looks like.. It ruined my daughter's day. We both accidentally touched it and it was so painful.
Well maintained parking lot and restrooms with garbage areas. Come early since it’s a popular spot. Trail is great- good views and moderate. We took the shortcut to the waterfalls and took us 4 hours round trip.
Beautiful hiking trail. We took the 8 Mile shortcut to the falls and back. If you don't take a shortcut it's 13 mi.
It’s a hard trail but worth all the effort for this beautiful waterfall. With help of other visitors we were able to view upper falls which is another beauty.
This trail has the most beautiful views. You walk next to an ocean and also in woods. The longer trail takes you on the sand beach and that feels the most difficult part of the trail to walk on the beach. The short cut trail is difficult and risky. Check Alamera falls for complete review.
Loved this hike well worth it to get to the waterfalls awesome view!!!
One of my top 10 trails to do in the Bay Area.
Palomarin trail to Alamere Falls is simply amazing, easy hike for regular hikers, moderate hike for beginners.
Poles are not required, hiking shoes aren't, but make sure you wear a decent pair of walking shoes or sneakers, please don't wear any sandals or crocs or anything of the sort.
Take snacks with you, nothing heavy, as the more stuff you take, this means you are adding more weight for you to carry, and hence it will slow you down.
Hike is about 7-8miles or there abouts in total, and it doesn't feel like it, can do this in about an hour and 15mins with 1 or 2 minor stops for water if you like.
Not recommended for small kids, they gonna get tired fast, big kids 7+yrs can do this hike, just you gonna have to stop a few times to rest.
Get there early, you may see some deer along the way and some wild rabbits.
Also dress with something long sleeve, or take a jacket for the last section, lots of poison oak to go through, also means don't dress in shorts, you gonna itch till you get home :)
Look for the arrow on the ground made from the rocks which is the shortcut down to the beach, it will save you some time getting to the falls.
Water is in abundance now and enjoying the lush surroundings is amazing after the rainy season we had a few months ago.
Lastly, only bathroom is at the beginning of the trail, apart from that, you gonna have to share the bathroom with the wildlife, take a roll of toilet paper in case you have bubble guts and can't wait.
Get there early!!! Like 8am, parking fills up quickly, and you also want to do it before it gets too warm around lunch time, if you do this around winter time, just take a light jacket.
NO DOGS or BIKES allowed on this trail !!!!
One of the best and a nicely hike around the bay area always love taking. My family and friends here. But really got to get there early in the morning so you have the best time. Also make sure your ready to hike for at least 3 hours there and back.
Location
Palomarin Trail Head, Bolinas, CA 94924, United States
Hours
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Monday
06:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Tuesday
06:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Wednesday
06:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Thursday
06:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Friday
06:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Saturday
06:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Sunday
06:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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