RV & camping guide
Point Reyes by RV
Your route
STS
Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport
Point Reyes
About 1 h 45 min · 63 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Vehicle & road notes
Which vehicle
Standard vehicles are suitable for main roads; check rental contracts for restrictions on unpaved trailhead access.
parking
Trailhead Capacity
Lots at Palomarin and Bear Valley often reach capacity on weekends; have a secondary destination in mind. Use the designated overflow areas only if permitted by local signage.
signal
Connectivity Gaps
Cellular service is non-existent in most western valley and coastal areas. Download all navigation maps and digital permits before leaving Point Reyes Station.
fuel
Gateway Supplies
Point Reyes Station and Olema serve as the final locations for fuel and groceries. No gasoline or prepared food services exist within the Seashore boundaries.
Campground reservations
Official Shuttle and Parking Checks for Point Reyes Coastal Access
Backcountry camping and certain group activities require permits. The former winter shuttle to the Lighthouse and Chimney Rock has been indefinitely suspended; plan private-vehicle access subject to current road conditions, parking availability, and closures.
Official sourceWhere to park the rig near Point Reyes
Private campgrounds and RV parks outside the park, plus overnight stops for members.
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RV parks near Point Reyes on RoverPass
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Campsites near Point Reyes on Campspot
Private campgrounds, cabins and glamping just outside the park, often with availability when park sites sell out.
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Rent a motorhome or campervan
Fleet rentals from established depots. Compare pick-up cities against your flight.
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Class C Motorhome — Sleeps 4
Wake up wherever the view is best — no check-in desk, no curfew.
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Sprinter Adventure Van
Small enough to park at the trailhead, comfy enough to sleep in.
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Can I take an RV to Point Reyes?
Yes, Point Reyes is a good fit for camping trips. Check vehicle length limits on park roads and campgrounds before you book, and plan fuel stops on remote stretches.
Where do I pick up an RV for Point Reyes?
The nearest airport is Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (STS), about 1 h 45 min away by car. Rental depots are usually in larger cities, so compare pick-up points before booking flights.
Do campgrounds near Point Reyes need reservations?
Backcountry camping and certain group activities require permits. The former winter shuttle to the Lighthouse and Chimney Rock has been indefinitely suspended; plan private-vehicle access subject to current road conditions, parking availability, and closures.