Elevation Gain: 1,955 ft (990 ft with “shortcut”).Distance: 13.8 miles (8.3 miles with “shortcut”).On busy summer days, even arriving at 8 am may mean adding distance to your hike from your parking spot along Mesa Road. There’s a small parking lot at the trailhead, but parking is also allowed on the western side of Mesa Road.Īrrive by 8 am to ensure a parking spot. About 1.5 hours from San Francisco, the Palomarin Trailhead gets crowded early.
If there was ever a time to be a morning person, this is it. While an AWD vehicle is ideal, a low-clearance sedan can make the trip (slow and steady wins the race!). The last 1.2 miles of Mesa Road is unpaved and riddled with potholes. From Bolinas, you’ll follow Mesa Road to the trailhead parking area. The Palomarin Trailhead is roughly 5 miles northwest of Bolinas, California. It’s the shortest and most popular route to the falls. I recommend starting and ending at the Palomarin Trailhead for the Alamere Falls hike.
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How to Get to Alamere Falls and Parking at the Palomarin TrailheadĪlamere Falls is accessible from three trailheads in Point Reyes National Seashore.
To beat the crowds, arrive at the trailhead before 8 am. To see the falls at their fullest, make the hike to Alamere Falls in the Winter or Spring after heavy rain.Īlamere Falls is an incredibly popular trail, so it is important to start your hike early, regardless of when you go. You might find morning fog most of the year, but the fog is sure to burn off after you begin your hike! Typically, September and October are the warmest months in the Bay Area. Thanks to the mild weather in the San Francisco Bay Area, the Alamere Falls trail is accessible all year long. Final Thoughts on Hiking Alamere Falls Best Time to Hike Alamere Falls
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