Candlestick Point State Recreation Area
Often called “a hidden gem,” Candlestick Point SRA is a tapestry of grassy uplands, coastal salt marsh, intertidal mudflats, and pocket beaches where community members fish, barbeque, exercise, windsurf, and find respite from city life. There are six accessible campsites available for group reservations located at Sunrise Point, each with a picnic table, food storage box, grill, access to potable water, and beautiful views of the bay and surrounding hills. The campground is only steps away from a public fishing pier from which campers can catch jack smelt, halibut, leopard sharks, and bat rays depending on the season.
Candlestick Point SRA’s six camp sites are available to groups of 20-40 people for $35/site per night. Each site accommodates one large tent or two smaller tents. For groups with youth under 18, there must be one adult for every four children.
The campground is accessible via the San Francisco Bay Trail (hike/bike) and the San Francisco Bay Water Trail (boat). Plan ahead to arrive at your campsite before dark. Boat campers with reservations may launch non-motorized vessels from Jack Rabbit Beach. While there is no vehicle access to the sites, overnight parking is available in the parking lot. Campers must secure (free) permits from the Park Manager ahead of time.
Campfires/ground fires are not permissible. There are no flush toilets, sinks, or showers. Due to its limited amenities, the campground is designated a Primitive Campground facility.
Reservations and/or service projects can be arranged by contacting Park Manager Lisa Whitmer at lisa.whitmer@parks.ca.gov
Information website: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=29924
Map Link (beta): https://www.google.com/maps?q=37.714649,-122.3794678
Bookings: Reservations and/or service projects can be arranged by contacting Park Manager Lisa Whitmer at lisa.whitmer@parks.ca.gov