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Point Bonita Lighthouse

ExploreSausalito, North Bay4.5/5

Über diesen Ort

A dramatic lighthouse at the entrance to the Golden Gate Strait, reached by a half-mile trail through a hand-carved tunnel. The trail passes historic military batteries with sweeping Pacific Ocean and bridge views. Free admission.

Info

Altersgruppe

5-8, 8-12

Art des Ortes

Outdoor

Preisniveau

Free

Beste Besuchszeit

Clear days for best ocean views; check hours as very limited

Parken

Free parking at the trailhead in Marin Headlands.

Tipps

Open Mon/Thu/Fri 12:30-3:30pm, Sat/Sun 10:30am-3:30pm. Trail is steep in parts. Note: the suspension bridge to the lighthouse itself may be closed for safety — check before visiting.

Kinderwagenfreundlich--Wickelstation--Gastronomie vor Ort--Reservierung erforderlich--

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