May 05, 2009
Park Service to Use National Academy of Sciences Report to Improve Management of Drakes EsteroA National Academy of Sciences report released today identified several errors, but affirmed the majority of the report’s conclusions.
April 15, 2009
Arrest Made at Point Reyes National Seashore
A Petaluma man is facing burglary and weapons charges after National Park Rangers arrested him in the Point Reyes National Seashore and found a homemade cannon in his truck.
April 14, 2009
2009 National Park Week and National Volunteer Week at Point Reyes National Seashore
For 2009, National Park Week lasts from Saturday, April 18 through Sunday, April 26. Additionally, National Volunteer Week will be commemorated from April 19 through 25.
March 09, 2009
Noted Speaker to Discuss Effect of Climate Change on Tomales Bay As Part of 2009 Giacomini Wetland Seminar Series
On Saturday, March 21, noted UC Davis professor Ann Russell, Associate Professor of Geology, will discuss the potential effect of climate variability and long term-change on Tomales Bay and the rest of the northern California coast.
March 04, 2009
Summer 2009 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore
Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer's Youth Conservation Corps Program.
March 04, 2009
Lightning Strike Starts Fire at Point Reyes National Seashore on March 3, 2009
Late in the day on Tuesday, March 3, lightning strikes knocked down and ignited two Douglas fir trees overlooking Bear Valley Trail near Divide Meadow, an area popular among hikers and park visitors.
February 27, 2009
2009 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore
From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero is implemented to protect the harbor seals during this most sensitive time of year. The closure applies to water sport users around harbor seal colonies in the area. The National Park Service asks park visitors to avoid disturbing seals to ensure a successful pupping season.
February 02, 2009
Limantour Beach Entrance Improvements Completed
This week Point Reyes National Seashore completed site improvements at the Limantour Beach area of the park. Site improvements where performed to enhance the access and visitor restroom area.
January 22, 2009
Greenpicker Trail Receives Major Rehabilitation - Remains Closed until Late Spring
A section of the Greenpicker Trail received major treatment due to severe erosion from poor road alignment design. This trail will be closed to the public until late spring.
December 08, 2008
2009 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!
The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 27, 2008.
November 26, 2008
Return of Elephant Seals to Point Reyes National Seashore Prompts Temporary Beach Closure for Winter 2008-2009
Due to the presence of the seals, a temporary restriction to people and dogs is in place until the end of April from the South Beach parking lot, south. A temporary restriction at the southern end of Drakes Beach and beyond the Lifeboat Station is also in place.
November 19, 2008
Abbotts Lagoon Trail Repairs Completed
The Abbotts Lagoon Trail Enhancement Project was completed this month and provides enhanced access to the Abbotts Lagoon and North Beach areas of Point Reyes National Seashore.
