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Southernmost peninsula of the Marin Peninsula in California, United States
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The Marin Headlands are located in southern Marin County, in the North Bay region of the Bay Area of California. Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the Marin Headlands offer beaches, hiking, history, and spectacular views of the California coast.
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A hospital for marine mammals.
An extremely thrilling drive down an 18% grade descent. At many points, you will seem to be driving straight into the vast, open ocean right in front of you.
Hostelling International
Reception hours are 7:30AM–11:30PM; the hostel is open 24 hours to guests who have already checked in.
Reservations required.
Reservations required.
There are two parallel roads into the Marin Headlands: Conzelman Road (the Coastal Route) and Bunker Road (the Tunnel Route). Conzelman Road is more scenic. Bunker Road goes through an old one-lane tunnel at one point.
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