Pro scans every minute· 119K campsites tracked

Very Hard to BookNational Park

Bicentennial Campground

Golden Gate National Recreation Area, California

Sold out? We check Bicentennial Campground for cancellations and email you the moment a site opens.

Cancellation alerts

Sold out for your dates?

ArriveLeave

Free to start. Email alerts included.

As of September 2026, Bicentennial Campground is a campground in Golden Gate National Recreation Area, California with 3 campsites. Bicentennial Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

PermitSnag checks Bicentennial Campground for availability and tells alert holders when a site opens up.
Bicentennial Campground is located at 37.8309° N, 122.5247° W.

people allowed on each site: 3

Bicentennial Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

Group bookings open: 6 Months
Campsites held at once: 3 campsite(s) held
Maximum consecutive stay: 3 consecutive days
Maximum reservations at once: 3 reservations
Maximum stay: 3 nights
Maximum per transaction: 3 reservations per transaction

Published by Recreation.gov for Bicentennial Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Bicentennial Campground

123

Tent 3

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Access: Dirt road.

Things to do: swimming, hiking, climbing, photography.

All sites at Bicentennial Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the BICENTENNIAL loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
01	Tent	3
02	Tent	3
03	Tent	3

About Bicentennial Campground

Overview

Bicentennial Campground is in an ideal location in the Marin Headlands surrounded by a grove of cypress trees. The campground is a great location for those wanting to camp near the city. There is a moderate short hill to climb to/from the campground from the parking area, which means car or RV camping is not allowed. It is downhill to the site and uphill back to the parking area.

Recreation

The Marin Headlands is noted for its great hiking, and many trails with scenic views are close by. Rodeo Beach is about 1.5 miles away. Point Bonita Lighthouse and the historic Nike Site are within walking distance.

Facilities

From the parking area, Bicentennial Campground is 200 yards down a moderately steep, packed dirt trail. Many campers carry supplies down from their vehicles in carts or wagons. Bicentennial Campground has three campsites each accommodating up to three guests. Barbecue grills, food lockers and picnic tables are provided. There is no water available at Bicentennial Campground - campers need to bring any water necessary for drinking/cooking/etc. The campground has a portable restroom on site and a pit toilet is located 0.5 miles away at Bicentennial Picnic Area.

Natural Features

The campground is secluded amongst a cypress tree grove and offers great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and city of San Francisco.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (415) 331-1540.

Nearby Attractions

Bicentennial Campground is a short walk from the Point Bonita Lighthouse and the Nike Missile Site. Also close by are some of the many 20th century coastal defense gun batteries and the city of San Francisco.

Charges & Cancellations

Refer to Recreation.gov policy on changes and cancellations. To initiate a refund request more than 7 days after your reservation, call the recreation.gov call center at 877-444-6777.

Rules and notices at Bicentennial Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Bicentennial Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

There is no water available at this campground. Campers must provide their own water for drinking, cleaning, etc; bring enough water to last your entire stay. Water is also available at the public restrooms on Field Rd.

Reservations can be made up to 6 months before your arrival and may extend up to 2 days beyond this 6-month booking window.

•Only 3 nights per season per camper! This is in order to ensure everyone gets to enjoy Bicentennial Campground.

No further emails will be sent. Your confirmation is your permit.

•Please print your confirmation email after reserving a site. Place a copy of your confirmation on the dashboard of each vehicle. A maximum of 3 vehicles for each site.

The Parking area is separate from the actual campsites . This is a walk-in, Tent Only facility. No RVs or car camping is allowed. The trail from the parking area to the campsites is about 200 yards. The trail is packed dirt and moderately steep most of the way.

Leave No Trace

•Do not leave trash at campsite or in food lockers.
•Help us keep wild animals wild! Raccoons, deer, coyotes and bobcats frequent the area. Do not feed or approach wildlife; keep area clean of scented items and keep all food items in the food locker until the end of your stay.

Wood fires are not permitted. Gas camp stoves are permitted, as well as the burning of charcoal in the grill provided at each campsite.

Pets are prohibited , only trained service animals are allowed.

Campground Quiet Hours are between 10 PM and 6 AM. Please be respectful to others.

Hammocks tied on trees or structures are not permitted. Only free standing hammocks are allowed.

Check before you grill. Visit the Recreational Fire Regulations page to find out if there are grill restrictions during your stay.

In Case of Emergency call 911 or Park Dispatch at (415) 561-5656.

For more information , call (415) 331-1540 or email us at goga_marinheadlands_info@nps.gov.

Recreation.gov permit and campground cancellations →

Bicentennial Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Bicentennial Campground?

Bicentennial Campground is rated "Very Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Bicentennial Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Bicentennial Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Bicentennial Campground have?

Bicentennial Campground has 3 campsites.