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Hawk Campground

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(415) 331-1540[email protected]

Hawk Campground sits above Tennessee Valley in the Marin Headlands within Golden Gate National Recreation Area near San Francisco. It is a primitive backpacking-only facility offering 3 hike-in tent sites, each accommodating up to 4 guests. Each site includes a tent pad, food locker, and picnic table, with one port-a-john serving the entire campground. There is no water supply; campers must bring all drinking and cooking water. This is a no-frills facility for experienced backpackers only. (via official site)

Tents Walk-in only

Key facts

At-a-glance details for Hawk Campground, from its official website.

Booking & season

SeasonOpen year-round
Advance reservation windowReservations available up to 3 months in advance

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches3
Site capacityUp to 4 guests per site

Facilities & services

Cell serviceLimited on-site; none at parking areas

Location & access

Nearby areaMarin Headlands near Sausalito, California; accessible from San Francisco Bay Area

Rules & policies

FiresNo wood or charcoal fires; gas stoves permitted only
HammocksFree-standing hammocks only

Good to know

Water requirementAll water must be packed in by campers; trash must be packed out

Opening hours & schedules

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Quiet hours22:00–06:00

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Internet

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Good to know

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How do I get to Hawk Campground?

Hawk Campground is accessible via two hiking routes: a 2.5 mile uphill hike from the Tennessee Valley Trailhead parking lot, or a 3.5 mile uphill hike from Miwok Trailhead. It is a hike-in only facility with no vehicle access to the sites.

Do I need a reservation?

Yes, reservations are required and must be made through Recreation.gov up to 3 months in advance.

Are pets allowed?

Pets are prohibited at Hawk Campground, except for service animals.

What water is available?

There is no water available at this campground. Campers must bring any water necessary for drinking, cooking, and other uses.

How long can I stay?

The maximum stay is 3 nights per season per camper to ensure equitable access.

How much does it cost to camp at Hawk Campground?

Hawk Campground is free to camp at.

Is there WiFi at Hawk Campground?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Who runs Hawk Campground?

Hawk Campground is operated by US Forest Service.

How many pitches does Hawk Campground have?

Hawk Campground has around 3 pitches.

When is Hawk Campground open?

Hawk Campground is open year-round.

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