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Point Reyes könnte noch interessant sein. Sehr einsame Halbinsel nördlich von San Francisco. Geologische Besonderheit: Point Reyes gehört geologisch nicht zum amerikanischen Kontinent sondern zur pazifischen Platte und schrammt unaufhörlich an Amerika vorbei nach Norden. Erdbebengebiet. Hier ein Info aus
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Point Reyes National Seashore
Twenty-two miles north of San Francisco along SR 1, the blunt headlands of Point Reyes National Seashore jut into the sea, and grass-tufted dunes lie along miles of secluded beaches. Inland are rolling hills, freshwater lakes and Inverness Ridge, where the Douglas fir, typical of the northern California coastal ranges, and the Bishop pine of the southern forest areas merge. More than 350 species of birds and 72 species of mammals inhabit Point Reyes National Seashore's 65,300 acres. In addition fragile tidepool life can be observed at several locations.
Park headquarters is at Bear Valley, .2 miles west of Olema on Bear Valley Road. The headquarters is adjacent to Bear Valley Visitor Center, which provides information about facilities, nature trails and exhibits; it is open daily. Point Reyes Lighthouse and Visitor Center is open Thurs.-Mon. 10-5 (weather permitting). Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center at Drakes Beach is open Sat.-Sun. and holidays 10-5 (weather permitting). Admission, backpack camping and use of facilities are free; reservations are suggested for camping.
Point Reyes Morgan Horse Ranch; Kule Loklo, a replica of a Miwok Indian village; the Pierce Ranch, a former dairy ranch with self-guiding trail exhibits; and the Earthquake Trail are near park headquarters. At the end of Mesa Road is Point Reyes Bird Observatory. Bird-banding demonstrations are held Saturday and Sunday mornings. Popular activities within the seashore include hiking, bird-watching, beachcombing, picnicking and swimming. Panoramic views are available at many observation spots and overlooks; from some locations it is possible to spot harbor seals, sea lions and migrating gray whales.
The park has four hike-in campgrounds; the required free permits can be obtained at Bear Valley Visitor Center; phone (415) 663-8054 daily 9-2 for camping reservations. More than 140 miles of foot and horse trails fan out from the Bear Valley trailhead. Some 35 miles of trails are open to bicyclists; trail maps are available at the visitor centers. Hikers and campers should carry a canteen, since the stream water is not potable. Pets are barred from all trails and campgrounds, but may be taken to North and South beaches and a portion of Limantour Beach if leashed.
Point Reyes National Seashore lies on a scenic stretch of SR 1 that extends from Leggett to Sausalito.
Varied programs are conducted. For additional information contact the Superintendent, Point Reyes National Seashore, Point Reyes, CA 94956; phone (415) 663-1092.