Point Reyes National Seashore · Hike-in campground
🌲 Sky Campground
Sky Campground is the forested ridge hike-in site in Point Reyes National Seashore — 1.4 miles from the Sky Trailhead, more sheltered than the coastal camps. Reservations required; max stay 4 nights.
About Sky Campground
Sky Campground is on the forested west slope of Mount Wittenberg, offering a more sheltered experience than the coastal sites. Multiple trail connections from here — you can loop to Glen or Coast via the Sky Trail. The forest canopy provides shade and wind protection, making it a good choice in colder months.
Trail & Route Information
| Trailhead | Sky Trailhead (Limantour Road) |
|---|---|
| Hike Distance | 1.4 miles (one way) |
| Total Climb | ~430 ft |
| Max Stay | 4 nights |
How to Get There
- Start at Sky Trailhead (Limantour Road). Parking is available, but arrive early on weekends — lots fill by 9 AM.
- Follow the trail for 1.4 miles (~430 ft of climbing). The trail takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours depending on pace and pack weight.
- There is no check-in. Carry your Recreation.gov confirmation (printed or on your phone) to show rangers, and leave a printout on your dashboard if you park overnight.
Not sure when to leave? Use the hike time calculator with Sky Campground selected.
Amenities
- Potable water
- Pit toilets
- Food storage lockers
- Picnic tables
- Established tent pads
Open year-round. More sheltered than coastal campgrounds. Popular for fall and spring trips. The surrounding forest gives good wind protection.
How to Reserve Sky Campground
Book Sky Campground on Recreation.gov (facility 233359 — one listing covers all four campgrounds). Most sites open 3 months ahead to the day and the rest 14 days ahead, at 7 AM Pacific; camping is limited to 4 nights per visit. There are no walk-ups.
Reserve Sky Campground on Recreation.gov →
Step-by-step booking rules: Point Reyes camping reservations guide.
Gear for Sky Campground
1.4-mile hike-in. These picks are based on this campground's exposure, climb and season, not a generic packing list.
No bear canister needed. Every campground has food storage lockers. Store all food, trash and scented items (toothpaste, sunscreen, bug spray) in them, not in your tent.
Warm Layers
Sheltered forest ridge, but still a cool coastal climate. Layers beat one heavy jacket.
Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece JacketRain Gear
Popular for fall and spring trips, when showers are most likely.
REI Co-op Rainier Rain JacketSleeping Bag (30°F or lower)
Fall, winter and spring nights call for a 30°F or lower bag, even in the sheltered forest.
REI Co-op Trailmade 25 Sleeping BagLinks to REI may earn us a commission at no cost to you.
Get alerts when Sky Campground has openings / conditions change
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Sky Campground FAQs
Q: Do I need a reservation for Sky Campground?
Yes. All Point Reyes backcountry campgrounds require advance reservations on Recreation.gov (facility 233359). There are no walk-up sites. See the reservations guide.
Q: How long is the hike to Sky Campground?
Sky Campground is a 1.4-mile one-way hike from Sky Trailhead (Limantour Road), with roughly 430 ft of total climbing. Camping is limited to 4 nights per visit.