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
David W
VerifiedMay 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
This little campsite is way out there, but also quite close to civilization! Tucked into a little hollow, it was protected from the wind. We had a very persistent raccoon friend, so make sure to keep EVERYTHING in the bear box.
Sweet little gem. Wish there were more places like it close to urban areas like this.
Indre J
VerifiedMay 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Quiet and secluded. There was an owl hoo-ing next to my tent in the AM
Shan V
VerifiedApril 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
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Bob C
VerifiedApril 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Probably the most beautiful views of any campground in the Bay Area. Only 3 sites, so sometimes you can get to know your neighbors. There are many walks/hikes nearby, and one can be in Sausalito or Mill Valley in about 15 minutes. This was a repeat visit for all too obvious reasons.
Danielle Z
VerifiedMarch 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
I was excited for this trip and made the reservation the day it became available, but upon arriving to the campsite, realized it would be catastrophic to spend the night as my feet lifted off the ground when I got out of the car. The wind speeds and chill here are incredibly tremendous especially if you are light; reading the weather forecast did not prepare me at all! With no fire pits, no running water, and a long path that requires you to hike your gear in, it brought great tears to my eyes to realize that I would have to drive back home. A scenic campsite for the experienced perhaps, but would not recommend it for others.
If the staff is reading this, I would so greatly appreciate if you would be able to review my refund request I submitted 2 weeks ago! Thank you and take care.
Payton D
VerifiedMarch 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Super quiet and serene location with very few people. Picnic tables and lockers easy to access. Short walk down to tent pads. Only confusion for me was where to park the vehicle
Rachel S
VerifiedMarch 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Beautiful campsite. Very green, apparently there was poison oak around the outskirts, but altogether staying at the campsites we had 3 kids/toddlers and they wandered around and were fine!
Toilets were clean and managed. Campsites were clean, it is a beautiful area.
Elizabeth F
VerifiedFebruary 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
This tiny campground is a real gem. While access is very easy by car, it's on a set of secluded roads and there is no traffic. It's green and quiet, and the view to the east of the Golden Gate Bridge and to the west of sunset over the ocean is breathtaking. When I want safe green solitude, which is often, this is where I go. I am never disappointed.
Jeffrey G
VerifiedFebruary 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
Beat spot in San Francisco. Great views of the bridge, get to explore the old forts at night. Nice and quiet. Camping pads were legit. Sure there’s a 200 foot walk downhill to the sites, but it’s well worth it. Don’t miss out.
Nick P
VerifiedFebruary 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BICENTENNIAL
I thought this was a great experience and an amazing campground. there are only 3 sites and they are somewhat near eachother but I was the only one who booked a site that night. it’s a really cool spot, the walk down isn’t bad at all, you can see the campground from the top, just pack so you only have to take a trip or two. You can see the city of san fransicso and the golden gate bridge from the campground and it’s a beautiful thing to see. there are plenty of walks around the campground whether you want to see the lighthouse closer, get down to a beach that you can have all to yourself, or to check out the fort barry area to see interesting history from the army in early 1900’s. overall beautiful place to get away for even just one night, can get a little windy and it’s about a 20 min drive into sausalito if you need more food or supplies. i enjoyed this campground because it’s good for relaxation or if you’re up for an adventure.
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 |