Kayak Camping on Tomales Bay is the perfect way to get to know the Point Reyes National Seashore on a deeper level. Tomales Bay is renowned for some of the best coastal kayak camping in California, and we have been helping plan paddle based trips here for over 35 years.
Know Before You Go
Before booking a camping trip please note the following information, and be sure to be prepared for you upcoming trip!
Permits
Camping Permits are required for all boat-in camping trips on Tomales Bay. Book yours at Recreation.gov.
(We provide permits ONLY on Guided Camping Tours)
Fire permits must be obtained the morning of your camping trip. You can complete the permit process at the Bear Valley Visitor Center or online. Be sure to save a paper or photo image of your permit to show a ranger if you are asked for it.
Bring Your Own Water
No potable water is available. 1 gallon per person per day is recommended.
Firewood
No collecting allowed. Only use clean, local wood cut within 50 miles. Firewood is available for purchase locally at the Palace Market and Building Supply hardware store downtown.
Restroom Access
Only Marshall Beach and Tomales Beach have restrooms. All other beaches require a portable toilet system. (We sell Wag Bags.) Digging of holes for burying waste is not an ecologically safe practice and forbidden by the National Seashore.
Tide Awareness
Many beaches disappear at tides above 5 ft. Always check tides and weather before launching.
Afternoon Winds
Early Is better! We recommend launching before 12 PM. Always check the weather!
