Backpack to Coast Camp in Point Reyes National Seashore! (AGES 18+)
If you have never been backpacking or you just love cool Instagram photos with awesome company, then this is the adventure for you! With low mileage and low elevation gain, coupled with amazing scenery, this trip is sure to be a highlight of backpacking locations. Honestly you will want to come back year after year!
This trip is intended for beginners, so we expect that you may not have everything you need for this first step in what we hope will be your next favorite hobby. We will get you geared up with all the backpacking necessities for a fun, safe and enjoyable one-night experience.
Our group will hike 2 miles into a premier backpacking location and set up camp at Coast Camp. We will enjoy the ocean air, sleep under the stars and will be just a stones throw from the beach.
The return hike back to the cars will be done in a loop based on where we originally started. The mileage on the way out is 3 miles. The added extra mile will provide serene ocean views and additional views of the diverse ecosystems of Point Reyes.
Travel Plans and Logistics
Parking space and required permits are very limited. Joining this trip will require a carpool plan if our group does not have enough parking permits. The meet up time for departure from the Sacramento area will be 7:00 AM on Saturday, April 16th. * Estimated return to Sacramento on Sunday 4/17/22 is 5:00 PM.
More information regarding meetup location and carpooling plans to follow upon registration.
Gear Logistics
Our group will be led by 2 professional guides that will share knowledge, stories, and are Wilderness CPR & First Aid Certified.
The guides will bring:
- All Group Cooking Gear
- Stoves and Fuel
- First Aid Kits
- Emergency Satellite Transponders
Participants WILL BE PROVIDED:
- Backpack
- Sleeping Bag
- Sleeping Pad
- Tent (2 people per tent or single capacity…let us know.)
- Headlamp
- Nalgene (1L water container)
- Trekking Poles
- Bowl, Spoon, Cup
- Day 1: Dinner
- Day 2: Breakfast & Lunch
- ***Dietary accommodations must be communicated ahead of time***
- EPIC FUN
Participants will need to supply the following:
Personal Food Items
- Snacks / Candy
- Lunch on Day 1
Active / Adventure Wear
- Hiking boots or Tennis Shoes that have good traction
- Hiking socks *2 pairs (lightweight for day use and warm pair for bed) – (synthetic or wool)
- Hiking / Athletic pants or leggings
- Hiking/Athletic shorts (optional)
- T-shirts (1-2) – Dry fit technical shirts are best.
- Long sleeve shirt (lightweight, synthetic) – think warm and/or sun protection.
- Insulated jacket
- Rain jacket depending on weather
- Hat
- Beanie
Sleep Wear and Personal
- Base Layer Top and Bottoms (lightweight, synthetic or wool) – weather can go from warm to very cold.
- Bathing suits (optional) – no life guards, so swimming can be dangerous, so more for lounging purposes.
- Underwear
- Flip-flops / Sandals
Personal Items
- Hand sanitizer
- Bandana
- Chapstick/Lip Balm
- Sunblock
- Feminine hygiene products
- Travel toothbrush/paste
- Travel contact lenses and solution
- Prescription medications
- Allergy remedies
- Journal / book (optional)
- Small battery charger for phone (optional) – No signal is available at Coast Campground