About Bicentennial Campground
Number of accommodations: 3
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2026 Season availability
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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (117)
What Guests Are Saying
Bicentennial Campground is a charming and picturesque location, offering breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and a peaceful atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the well-maintained campsites and the abundance of nearby hiking trails, including scenic spots like Rodeo Beach and a lighthouse. While basic bathroom facilities and the challenging access to the campground are noted, the overall experience is enhanced by the natural beauty and tranquility of the area.
What Guests Are Saying
Bicentennial Campground is a charming and picturesque location, offering breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and a peaceful atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the well-maintained campsites and the abundance of nearby hiking trails, including scenic spots like Rodeo Beach and a lighthouse. While basic bathroom facilities and the challenging access to the campground are noted, the overall experience is enhanced by the natural beauty and tranquility of the area.
Review Summary
Tommy F
VerifiedApril 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
This charming little spot is a hidden gem. We brought a lot of camping gear, including a stove, a large tent, and an air mattress, which made it a bit challenging to carry everything up the hill. However, using a wagon made it much easier.
The view here is absolutely spectacular, and there are numerous hiking trails to explore during the day. We managed to visit the lighthouse, Rodeo Beach, and return to our campsite in just a few hours.
One of the highlights of our visit was spotting Grey whales traveling in the bay and Harbor seals basking on the beaches beneath Point Bonita.
The bathroom facilities are basic, consisting of a porta-potty. While they are functional, I recommend bringing extra toilet paper.
Lastly, be prepared for chilly nights, especially without a campfire. Dress warmly and be ready for a bit of rain.
Mark P
VerifiedApril 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Amazing camping experience filled with history and stunning nature so close to a giant city. If there wasn’t Golden Gate Bridge views everywhere one wouldn’t even notice that there’s a big city nearby as nature surrounds you! Campsites were well maintained and the portable toilet wasn’t as bad as previous reviews suggested. It did have TP but I’d bring some just in case. Perfect spot to jumpstart your adventures on the Marin Headlands.
Rene B
VerifiedMarch 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Great campsite -- views are spectacular and the site has everything needed for a comfortable camp.
Daryl N
VerifiedMarch 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Awesome experience. Great view, plenty of activities in the area
James C
VerifiedMarch 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Restroom situation not great. View was incredible and nobody else was there at the same time so nice and quiet.
Julia B
VerifiedMarch 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Loved this campsite. Parked at the wrong spot and took a super narrow steep way down to the campground but eventually found the right parking lot and path later. The picnic area is separate and great for hanging with a larger group! Super cool lighthouse hike nearby and overall a great experience.
Nicholas B
VerifiedMarch 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Lovely campground great view of the city, everything was lush and green. Toilet (portapotty) was surpisingly clean.
sturat b
VerifiedFebruary 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Very peaceful spot. Climb on the hill towards to Golden Gate from the campsite and behold the amazing view.
Adriel S
VerifiedJanuary 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Incredible views, quiet and peaceful.
Mary F M
VerifiedJanuary 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
This small walk-in campground is quiet and peaceful.
Location Bicentennial Campground
Address:
Bicentennial Campground
Sausalito, CA, 94965
United States
From San Francisco (travelling north):
Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and take exit 442 onto Alexander Avenue. This will be the exit after the Vista Point. Continue straight for a few hundred feet, and then turn left onto Bunker Road. Travel through the Baker-Barry Tunnel and continue straight for approximately 2 miles on Bunker Road. Turn left onto Field Road, and drive less than 0.5 miles uphill and make a left turn onto Rathbone Road. There will then be an immediate right onto a one-way road. You will see signs for Bicentennial Camground. Parallel park on the road or park in the small dirt pull-out to the left.
From Marin (travelling south):
From US-101 South, take the last exit before the Golden Gate Bridge onto Alexander Avenue. Turn right at the stop sign and continue straight for about a quarter mile, until you can turn left onto Bunker Road. Travel through the Baker-Barry Tunnel and continue straight for approximately 2 miles on Bunker Road. Turn left onto Field Road, and drive less than 0.5 miles uphill and make a left turn onto Rathbone Road. There will then be an immediate right onto a one-way road. You will see signs for Bicentennial Camground. Parallel park on the road or park in the small dirt pull-out to the left.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.8309 / -122.525
Elevation: 16 feet
Policies & Rules
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There is no water available at this campground. 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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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The Parking area is separate from the actual campsites. This is a walk-in, Tent Only facility. No RVs or car camping is allowed. The trail from the parking area to the campsites is about 200 yards. The trail is packed dirt and moderately steep most of the way. |
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Leave No Trace Do not leave trash at campsite or in food lockers.
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Wood fires are not permitted. Gas camp stoves are permitted, as well as the burning of charcoal in the grill provided at each campsite. |
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Pets are prohibited, only trained service animals are allowed. |
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Campground Quiet Hours are between 10 PM and 6 AM. Please be respectful to others. |
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Hammocks tied on trees or structures are not permitted. Only free standing hammocks are allowed. |
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Check before you grill. Visit the Recreational Fire Regulations page to find out if there are grill restrictions during your stay. |
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In Case of Emergency call 911 or Park Dispatch at (415) 561-5656. |
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For more information, call (415) 331-1540 or email us at goga_marinheadlands_info@nps.gov. |
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Looking for something to do during your camping adventure?!1) Beginner Birding with a Park Ranger - Join a NPS Park Ranger for a guided hike/program around Rodeo Lagoon and learn all about our local feathered friends. Taking place Saturdays at 11am during the months of March and April 2025. For more information and to sign-up: Click Here 2) Layers of History - A Ranger Guided Hike/Program - Hike along with a ranger on a 2-mile loop starting/ending at Fort Cronkhite and learn all about the multi-layered history of the Marin Headlands. For more information and to sign up: Click Here 3) Nike Missile Site SF-88 - Check out this relic and fully restored piece of Cold War history and take a FREE Ranger/Docent led tour of the site. Open all year every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday with three tour options per day at 12:15PM, 1:15PM, and 2:15PM (No reservation required). For more information: Click Here 4) Point Bonita Lighthouse - Visit one of the oldest lighthouses on California's coast and catch a FREE Ranger/Docent led "Light Chat" about the site's history and ecology (12:15 PM). Check out the site's unique geology, harbor seals, and beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay. The site is open Thursday through Monday from 12:30 - 3:30 PM. For more information: Click Here |
