For many years, I really didn't think much of Pt.Reyes, perhaps because it is so close to the San Francisco Bay area. However, the more you get to know Pt.Reyes, the more it grows upon you. Here is a list of wonderful things about Pt.Reyes: (1) Oysters at restaurant in Olema, a town at the entrance to Pt.Reyes; (2) Fancy lunch at Pt.Reyes Station, a town just to the north of Pt.Reyes with a couple of art galleries; (3) Hikes from the splendid nature center, over the mountain, and to the seashore (a good workout). At times, the trail is like walking through a tunnel of trees; (4) The beach, nature center, and undulating cliffs on Drake's Bay. These undulating cliffs constitute the most picturesque spot on the Pacific Coast of the United States of America, and are as great as the southern half of Point Lobos, and are as great as the landscape at the mouth of the Russian River; (5) Hiking northwards in Pt.Reyes, along Tamales Bay, to the northernmost tip of Pt.Reyes; (6) Stopping at Johnson's Oysters, to see how oystermen do their job; (7) Visiting the Morse code radio station at Pt.Reyes. One great thing about Pt.Reyes, is that it is on the way to (or on the way back from) Jenner, and the mouth of the Russian River, which features 50 lounging seals on a spit of sand, and the majestic "Goat Rock," and a sea arch. Nearby Armstrong Woods State Park features BETTER redwood trees than John Muir Woods. To summarize the great things about this area: Undulating cliffs; dozens of lounging seals; oysters for lunch; hiking up and down the mountain at Pt.Reyes; and visiting the lighthouse at Pt.Reyes (and buying a souvenir lighthouse for $25.00); Goat Rock.

Submitted by U.S. Berkeley graduate at: March 9, 2010

Visit the park and pay respects to the best Park Ranger in the world, Melinda Repko! She can take you on a tour and show you the park from the perspective of someone who absolutely loves it.

Submitted by SaminOhio at: February 14, 2010

I'm disappointed that the NPCA is opposing Senator Feinstein's rider to the Department of Interior's appropriation bill. As the NPCA knows Drakes Estero is only potential wilderness. The oyster farm is a local, sutainable resource. The NAS has concluded that the oyster farm is not damaging the Estero. An 10 year extension of the lease is the right thing to do.

Submitted by Bill at: June 29, 2009

Having grown up in the Bay Area I have been going to Point Reyes my whole life, long before this area was designated as a National Park. I am so glad it is now protected so this spectacular place can be preserved for many more generations. I started coming up to this area in the 40's and still find it beautiful and relaxing. One of my favorite places in California.

Submitted by Point Reyes at: February 28, 2009