What to expect
You park in a separate lot and walk up to about 200 yards to your site. The cove has a coarse-sand beach facing the bridge and San Francisco. NPS lists pit toilets, beach access and accessible campsites (sites 2 and 5).
NPS expects lows of 50 to 55 and highs of 60 to 65, with fog common from May to September, so pack layers. Foghorns on the bridge can be loud at night.
Getting there
The access gate is on Conzelman Road next to the Battery Spencer overlook parking area. Heading north over the bridge, take exit 442 to Alexander Avenue, turn left on Bunker Road through the Baker-Barry Tunnel, turn left on McCullough Road, then take the second exit at the traffic circle onto Conzelman Road.
Know before you go
- Booking opens up to 6 months ahead on Recreation.gov. Each camper gets 3 nights per season, with up to 10 people per site.
- Your confirmation is your permit and includes the gate codes, so print it and put a copy on each dashboard.
- Bring all the water you need. Firewood must be bought locally, and gathering wood is not allowed. Quiet hours run 10 pm to 6 am.
- This is a hike-in tent camp, not a base for wheeling. The nearest trail in our directory, the Rubicon Trail, is about 150 miles away in a straight line.
Frequently asked questions
How do you reserve Kirby Cove?
Book on Recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. Reservations open up to 6 months ahead, with a 3-night limit per camper each season.
Can you drive to your campsite at Kirby Cove?
No. Parking is separate and you walk up to about 200 yards. RVs and car camping are not allowed.
Is there water at Kirby Cove?
No. Bring enough water for drinking, cooking and cleaning for your whole stay.
Are dogs allowed at Kirby Cove?
No. Pets are prohibited; only trained service animals are allowed.
Sources: Recreation.gov: Kirby Cove Campground (NPS facility record). Facts checked October 11, 2026 by Abe Choe.
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Sausalito, California 94965
GPS Coordinates: 37.82790, -122.49039
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