13 min
Overview
This frequently-visited, paved walkway leads to the Point Bonita Lighthouse, often referred to as "the gate keeper to the San Francisco Bay." Looking back toward the coast line, there are views into Bonita Cove and then out to the "Potato Patch Shoal" once you reach level ground. If the iron gates are opened, the lighthouse is open to visitors. Continue through the tunnel and when you come out the other end, cross the bridge down to the Point Bonita Lighthouse. Crossing the bridge is limited to a few people at a time. <br><br>Watch for ships and boats as they come and go and have your binoculars and camera ready at all times.
Trail Stats
0.9 km
2 m
62 m
30 m
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Photos
So much to take in!
So much to take in!
Point Bonita Lighthouse
Point Bonita Lighthouse
Walking towards point Bonita light house
Walking towards point Bonita light house
Starting the climb back up to the parking area.
Starting the climb back up to the parking area.
Seals can be seen sunning themselves just off of Point Bonita.
Seals can be seen sunning themselves just off of Point Bonita.
Fog burning off reveals hidden bridge, one of the highlights of the Point Bonita Trail.
Fog burning off reveals hidden bridge, one of the highlights of the Point Bonita Trail.
When the steel door is closed, so is the lighthouse.
When the steel door is closed, so is the lighthouse.
The view of the Point Bonita Lighthouse.
The view of the Point Bonita Lighthouse.
Point Bonita and the iconic lighthouse.
Point Bonita and the iconic lighthouse.
Another view of the lighthouse bridge
Another view of the lighthouse bridge