Bicentennial Campground, Sausalito, CA

Bicentennial Campground in Marin county is located 31 min northwest of San Francisco, CA with an elevation of 49 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. There is a fee of $25.00 per night.

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Campsite Reviews (59)

4.1 out of 5

5 star		56%
4 star		19%
3 star		10%
2 star		5%
1 star		10%

@SeanF6468083 · Camped on Aug 15, 2024 at Campsite #3

Great campground with clean amenities and beautiful views of the Golden Gate Bridge with sketchy access to a beach further down the cliffs if you feel spicy. Be aware the areas to set up tents are packed soil, it is impossible to stake anything into the ground; annoying when it is windy (which it usually is in the Headlands). Also, the porta potty servicing and picnic/campground cleanup people came at 7:30 am for some reason.

@Christoph47204 · Camped on Aug 8, 2024 at Campsite #1

The campsite itself isn't that large, our neighbors are just a few feet away. Although there were only 3 sites at this location with another group of 3 on site #2 while we were on site #1. Bathroom situation is not pleasant. The previous reviews are right, either go to the daily use area for bathroom or bring your own. If you're bringing a lot of gear be prepared to haul this down from the parking lot, its not too bad of a walk just a bit steep so bring a wagon.

@ClintonM635429 · Camped on Jul 22, 2024 at Campsite #3

Its a beautiful camping spot and I wish we could have stayed longer. The only downside is the ticks and the walk down to the site. Other than that its amazing.

@TimothyD312193 · Camped on Apr 16, 2024 at Campsite #3

It's a great spot. Sheltered from the wind. A lot of wild nature.

@LindsayM134644 · Camped on Mar 22, 2024 at Campsite #1

Beautiful and quiet campground with an amazing proximity to San Francisco and the national parks.

@OctavioG278313 · Camped on Mar 18, 2024 at Campsite #1

Really easy to find in Google maps, no interaction with park ranger or park personnel needed. Setup was easy and surrounding neighborhoods was quiet. The place was amazing and very beautiful to see in the early morning. There are a lot of forest friends that could be heard at night. It was very cold so bring your warm blankets. Overall it was amazing will camp here again next year.

@RemyR03D4E99E2 · Camped on Feb 25, 2024 at Campsite #1

Pros:Intimate campground of 3 spaces, food storage / bear locker, BBQ grill, close by to trails, points of interests such as Point Bonita Lighthouse, Marina Mammal Center, Nike Missle Site and a view of Golden Gate Bridge. Cons:Hike a hill equivalent to Powell and California St to get from parking to Canpground. If you pack light great, if you have your kitchen set up, youll need a wagon. At night you hear coastguard helicopters and planes but its not a bother when youre asleep. Great experience to check off within Bay Area

@ElanB33A70ADAA · Camped on Feb 1, 2024 at Campsite #2

Awesome campground below the Bicentennial picnic site. Golden Gate Bridge can be seen from both the campground and the picnic area. The path from the parking area to the campsites is not long, but a wheely picnic cart would help. Remember no campfires allowed!

@TracyH5A087526 · Camped on Jan 26, 2024 at Campsite #2

Great campground!! Would definitely recommend if you're intrested in a campground with a great view of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge.

@CaryB6E6DA3759 · Camped on Jan 20, 2024 at Campsite #2

Beautiful little spot surrounded by old growth.very moist and green with views of the golden gate.There are only 3 spots right next to eachother so no privacy. And you have to walk all your gear about 100 yards from parking to camp.The reason I gave this review. Only 2 stars is because a massive tree broke and almost killed us. Landing on our tent and campsite.we were not helped or offered anything for this happening.instead the ranger tells us that cannabis is illegal on federal land???wtfThis is the most cannabis friendly city in the country and we were almost just killed in the campsite. And this is what he chooses to say to us and then leave without helping. The place is beautiful, but the trees and Rangers can be dangerous.

@MarkH6047851 · Camped on Jan 15, 2024 at Campsite #1

I have a picture of the service record for the Bicentenial camp ground latrine that shows the last service was November 3, 2023. The average cleaning up until that time was 2-3 times a month, more in the summer, which makes sense. But why was the latrine completely filled, had to be compressed by using a stick to make room. Who dropped the ball on this one. I did call the number on the side and talked to a kind woman who said she would call the servicing company but by the time I left 3 days later there was no relief. The site was not as promised.

@YingTung1CBAF7 · Camped on Jan 14, 2024 at Campsite #2

The portable toilet is fully loaded! On the log book it indicates that the last time it was cleaned was 2023 Nov. That's almost one and a half months. It was too disgusting and smells badly that we have too walk up the steep slope midnight to go to the bathroom in the picnic area.

@JeeC6EEBA66357 · Camped on Dec 31, 2023 at Campsite #3

The form in not allowing a star rating to be selected (iphone using safari). It was overall good but the bathroom (pot-a-potty) had not been cleaned since november. It was extreemly dirty and smelly and had no toilet paper too.

@MaryFM4ECF3CF8 · Camped on Dec 26, 2023 at Campsite #1

Peaceful place to sleep, thank you!

@WesleyDE304DE7 · Camped on Dec 18, 2023 at Campsite #1

Definitely needs to be some drain holes cut in the lumber outlining the tent pad. The rain was puddling up with no way to drain. Had to get out of my tent and start pitching water out of the tent pad with my coffee cup. Same issue I've experienced at hawk campground as well. The people need a way for the rain to exit the environmental tent pads!

@RebekahM1CF19C · Camped on Nov 20, 2023 at Campsite #1

I booked this campsite because I had a late flight back into San Fransico and was hoping to enjoy a quiet place to sleep before I had to drive 8 hours the next day. I got into the campground around 10:30 pm and I could not find the actual tent area. Before arriving, I spent time doing the research so that I wouldn't have to guess when I got there. After 20 minutes of searching for the road I was supposed to go down, I still couldn't find the camping area. I pulled off the side of the road and found another person was also looking for the same campground. I found the trail that led to the campground, but since I was planning on sleeping in my car, I couldn't drive down to the camp spot. Note that in the description, it doesn't mention that you have to hike to the spots. I was confused because the online form asks how many vehicles are expected to be there. I ended up parking off the road next to the other guy who couldn't find his spot. An hour later a park ranger comes by and shines lights into both of our windows. It was a very nerve-racking night. The park is very nice, but it was very confusing and I think better directions (online or in park) to the camping spots would be very helpful for people who have never visited the park before.

@TarynB27EE5087 · Camped on Nov 19, 2023 at Campsite #2

Absolutely stunning views, you do have to walk down a steep hill with all your gear, but it's pretty short. The sites are all fairly close and there's no privacy since the middle of the campground is an open field. Would have given it a 5 if it weren't for the overflowing port a port we went up to the picnic area right above the campground to use the built in pit toilet.

@BreannaM71713D · Camped on Oct 16, 2023 at Campsite #1

The campground is beautiful if you could only camp in it. Unfortunately, there is no access to vehicles which is not stated on the website and requires you to park on top of a steep hill and hike your gear up and down. Unable to see vehicle from camp site and signs nearby warning of smash and grab. We asked for a ranger to unlock the fence blocking the road and when a ranger came out we were told they are not allowed to unlock it. Ended up staying in and Airbnb and was unable to get a refund.

@THOMASF4323684 · Camped on Jul 24, 2023 at Campsite #2

you cant get a better location just outside of San Francisco than this Campground. However you have to walk a bit from the car to the Campground location and the toilets wihout water are located up the hil at the picknick area.

@CheriT6179609 · Camped on May 31, 2023 at Campsite #2

I was all ready to stay in that beautiful campground. I was on a solo trip and no other sole came to camp even though the other 2 sites were reserved. Got too scared and never stayed both nights. Stayed in hotels.

@AmirA87BAB9B4C · Camped on May 5, 2023 at Campsite #1

Amazing scape from the city craziness. Highly recommend it. Be ready to carry your stuff 300-400 ft doesn’t the hill tho.

@JillianH995918 · Camped on Apr 4, 2023 at Campsite #1

Wonderful, clean campground! Gorgeous view of the Golden Gate Bridge. Good area for mini hikes around the campground.

@LesP1896000 · Camped on Mar 31, 2023 at Campsite #1

We arrived to late for the visitors center to be open and the following morning it didn't open.

@DeirdraE469406 · Camped on Mar 23, 2023 at Campsite #2

Great view, nothing wrong with the campground. Make sure you print your confirmation beforehand. I thought it was a little hard to find the campground itself once we got up there and there was very little service. If the weather says no wind, be prepared for wind. We were not and subsequently had to sleep in the car after the tent almost blew away with us in it at 3am.

@Elizabeth96325 · Camped on Dec 16, 2022 at Campsite #3

This is a truly magical place, and all those who come here seem to feel this way. It is quiet, clean, private, and above all, out-of-the-way while being close to San Francisco. It is a special place for those who want a safe place to spend a night in close contact with what the earth has to offer.

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