Bicentennial Campground
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Bicentennial Campground is in an ideal location in the Marin Headlands surrounded by a grove of cypress trees. The campground is a great location for those wanting to camp near the city. There is a moderate short hill to climb to/from the campground from the parking area, which means car or RV camping is not allowed. It is downhill to the site and uphill back to the parking area.
Bicentennial Campground has three campsites each accommodating up to three guests. Barbecue grills, food lockers and picnic tables are provided. The campground has a portable restroom on site and a pit toilet nearby.
Need to Know
Reservations can be made up to 6 months before your arrival and may extend up to 2 days beyond this 6-month booking window.
- Only 3 nights per season per camper! This is in order to ensure everyone gets to enjoy Bicentennial Campground.
No further emails will be sent. Your confirmation is your permit.
- Please print your confirmation email after reserving a site. Place a copy of your confirmation on the dashboard of each vehicle. A maximum of 3 vehicles for each site.
The Parking area is separate from the actual campsites. This is a walk-in, Tent Only facility. No RVs or car camping is allowed.
Campers must provide their own water for drinking, cleaning, etc; bring enough water to last your entire stay. Water is also available at the public restrooms on Field Rd.
Leave No Trace
- Do not leave trash at campsite or in food lockers.
- Help us keep wild animals wild! Raccoons, deer, coyotes and bobcats frequent the area. Do not feed or approach wildlife; keep area clean of scented items and keep all food items in the food locker until the end of your stay.
Wood fires are not permitted. Gas camp stoves are permitted, as well as the burning of charcoal in the grill provided at each campsite.
Pets are prohibited, only trained service animals are allowed.
Campground Quiet Hours are between 10 PM and 6 AM. Please be respectful to others.
Hammocks tied on trees or structures are not permitted. Only free standing hammocks are allowed.
Check before you grill. Visit the Recreational Fire Regulations page to find out if there are grill restrictions during your stay.
In Case of Emergency call 911 or Park Dispatch at (415) 561-5656.
For more information, call (415) 331-1540 or email us at goga_marinheadlands_info@nps.gov.
Natural Features
The campground is secluded amongst a cypress tree grove and offers great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and city of San Francisco.
Nearby Attractions
Bicentennial Campground is a short walk from the Point Bonita Lighthouse and the Nike Missile Site. Also close by are some of the many 20th century coastal defense gun batteries and the city of San Francisco.
Recreation
The Marin Headlands is noted for its great hiking, and many trails with scenic views are close by. Rodeo Beach is about 1.5 miles away. Point Bonita Lighthouse and the historic Nike Site are within walking distance.
Changes & Cancellations
Refer to Recreation.gov policy on changes and cancellations. To initiate a refund request more than 7 days after your reservation, call the recreation.gov call center at 877-444-6777.
Contact Information
Physical
Bicentennial Campground Marin Headlands Golden Gate National Recreation Area Sausalito CA 94965
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 415-331-1540
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Upon entering the Marin Headlands, drive approximately 2 miles on Bunker Rd. Turn left onto Field Rd, and drive less than 0.5 miles uphill and make a left turn onto Rathbone Rd. There will then be an immediate right onto a one way road. You will see signs for Bicentennial Campground. Either parallel park on the road or in the small dirt pull-out.
Available Campsites
- Site 03, Loop BICENTENNIAL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop BICENTENNIAL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop BICENTENNIAL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
