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The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
Accessing the beach can take a little more effort. Those camping at Steep Ravine have a short walk down to the shore, however non-campers must park on the highway above and walk 1 mile down a paved road to reach the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
The last portion of the walk to the beach is down a dirt track.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
While the coastline stretches into the distance of Bolinas Bay, natural barriers separate Steep Ravine Beach from adjacent Stinson Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
Mount Tamalpais State Park operates rustic cabins for rent on the hillside over the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
The beach is a stretch of sandy shore surrounded by tide pools and rocks.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
A waterfall can be reached easily from the sandy beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
Exploring the fringes of Steep Ravine Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
A picturesque shore.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
Steep Ravine tide pools.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
Wildlife tends to gather in around the cove.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
A couple picnic tables sit in the bluffs overlooking the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/30/2022
Amenities are located in the camping area before the final descent to the beach.