Steep Ravine Campground (Marin Co, CA)
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June 2010
Has anyone ever stayed at the Steep Ravine Cabins/Campsite
on the Marin coast? I would love to book a site there and
realize it's very coveted, but can't figure out how to
possibly get a reservation on Reserve America, even very far
in advance. Any hints on how to book? Many thanks.
On the first of the month at EXACTLY 8 am, reservations open
up for the entire month six months from now... for example,
July 1st at EXACTLY 8am, all of February opens up. Its a
riot. Rates have gone up considerably, like $100 bucks now
but well worth it. Don't diss the campgrounds. They are
farther out, alot of work, but if you land there on a full
moon, clear night OMG! Reenie
I have not personally stayed over in the cabins but have
visited. Basically, it's a wood slab and a place to build a
fire indoors with a great ocean view and a litte beach. Be
forewarned, not only by the signs on the beach--my friend
has actually seen swimmers not strong enough caught in the
riptides there. It really should be only for strong
swimmers. I think you can make reservations at the Mt. Tam
shack. He also told me that on weekdays, you can sometimes
catch a cancellation by going there after 1pm. and
checking. I believe they are listed under California State
Regional Parks. Rachele
May 2008
Any recommendations from anyone who has stayed at the steep ravine
cabins with kids? Things we should remember to bring? Other words
of advice? We have a 3 year old and 10 month old. Are we crazy?
Momma who misses camping
I hope this email isn't too late, but I would definitely recommend
Steep Ravine with kids! We took our then-19 month old daughter there
last year for her first camping trip and we all had a great time.
Granted we only have the one, but I think Steep Ravine is one of the
easier places to camp. The cabins are so nice and the location is so
spectacular that you really don't have to do anything or go anywhere.
We spent one day ''hiking'' around the cabins and one day playing at
Stinson Beach. I did appreciate knowing that we were so close to home
and to civilization in case things did not go well, which is the other
great thing about Steep Ravine. I would recommend bringing
sheets/blankets to hang in the windows for some darkness for sleep and
for privacy, and also to hang as a door between the bedroom and living
room if you want to stay up later than the kids. Have a great time!
Steep Ravine fan
April 2003
Re: Weekend of solitude for mom
Why don't you try a campground such as the beautiful Steep
Ravine campground in Marin county near John Muir/Mt Tam. It is
unique in that it is very close, and has cabins as well as tent
sites. You could probably find they serenity, solace, and
beauty you are looking for. It is right on the coast with
excellent views of the ocean expanse. Just be careful not to go
when the fog season rolls in. The only drawback is that is is
very popular and takes reservations 6 months in advance. You
could try to find a last minute cancellation. To find, do a
google search for steep ravine campground and click on the
reserveamerica website. Enjoy!
chris
8/99
We've stayed at (and liked) Steep Ravine, which is really roughing it,
and not quite the place for 2 kids. Maura
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