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Guide to Point Reyes

Throwback Thursday to 5 years ago when we spent 1 night and 1 day on the Point Reyes National Seashore. As you can see from the pictures, we packed it in over a very limited timeframe.

We stayed at the Tomales Bay Resort in Inverness. Nothing says vacation more than being right on the water.

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We had dinner at the Michael Bauer (SF Food Critic)–approved Sir and Star in Olema. Service was horrendous, but the food was so incredible I didn’t mind. Everything is locally-sourced within a few miles of the restaurant. Forget real foie gras. Their ‘faux gras’ was a jar of fatty buttery goodness; it truly should be illegal.

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We had brunch outdoors at the Station House Cafe in Point Reyes Station.

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The Tomales Point Trail took us 4 hours to hike round-trip: coastal bluffs, tule elk reserve, wildflowers, sand dunes. One of the best hikes ever! The snake that slithered in front of me gave me a scare, but otherwise absolute bliss. We hiked to the very end of the trail, to the edge of the continent.

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Homeward bound!

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  1. Nina

    July 6, 2013 at 2:47 am

    Beautiful images, what a great hike you’ve had … I love the blue sea!
    Popping by form SITS Saturday Sharefest,
    Nina xx

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    • Catherine

      July 6, 2013 at 8:46 am

      Thank you Nina! Happy Saturday!

      Reply
  2. Debra@AModernTranslation

    July 6, 2013 at 4:22 am

    Looks like you had a great time. Love the pictures of the hike. Visiting from Sharefest. Have a great weekend!

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    • Catherine

      July 6, 2013 at 8:51 am

      Thank you Debra, hope you’re having a fabulous Saturday!

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  3. Janine Huldie

    July 6, 2013 at 5:15 am

    Yay on your mini-vacation. Looked like you two had so much fun and so happy your were able to do this and get away a bit. Loved all the pictures and thank you for sharing with us!! 🙂

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    • Catherine

      July 6, 2013 at 8:55 am

      Janine, thank you! Hope you’re enjoying this summer weekend!

      Reply
  4. Jill @ Fitness, Health and Happiness

    July 6, 2013 at 6:11 am

    Dropping by from Sits Share Fest! What a beautiful place to visit. I would love to be there now 🙂

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    • Catherine

      July 6, 2013 at 8:52 am

      Thanks for dropping by Jill. Hopefully you’re having a great Saturday!

      Reply
  5. Michelle

    July 6, 2013 at 6:43 am

    That looks awesome! I love hiking! I need to do it more often!!!

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    • Catherine

      July 6, 2013 at 8:56 am

      Michelle, take a hike! Hope you’re having a fantastic weekend 🙂

      Reply
  6. Savvy Working Gal

    July 6, 2013 at 6:44 am

    This looks fantastic. Food and hiking are two of my favorite things to do on vacation. I’m jotting this one down on my vacation list.

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    • Catherine

      July 6, 2013 at 8:56 am

      Come on out to the city by the Bay. We’d love to have you!

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  7. Dana

    July 6, 2013 at 11:08 am

    Glad you got away for a little while, Catherine. We just got home from your amazing state – so beautiful!

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    • Catherine

      July 6, 2013 at 11:09 am

      I’m so glad you had a good time, Dana. I want to hear all about it, hopefully you will blog about your trip 🙂

      Reply
  8. Rabia @Theliebers

    July 7, 2013 at 11:52 am

    That looks like a beautiful trip. Good for you for taking advantage of a day off!!

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    • Catherine

      July 7, 2013 at 12:29 pm

      Thank you! Hopefully you’re enjoying the weekend while I’m stuck in the office 🙂

      Reply
  9. Tamara

    March 30, 2018 at 4:47 pm

    I remember the Station House Cafe! I’ve only been to Point Reyes once – with my mom. We did a little road trip and it was magical. I’d kill to go back.

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    • Catherine

      April 9, 2018 at 5:41 pm

      It is magical…almost like your trip to Alaska. Ha! One of these days I’ll get there.

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  10. Mo

    April 2, 2018 at 1:22 pm

    The one time we went to Point Reyes, it was cold and windy but still gorgeous and memorable! Also, memorable were the Ham & Tam sandwiches we got at the Cowgirl Creamery shop in Point Reyes Station!

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    • Catherine

      April 9, 2018 at 5:38 pm

      Oy, the Cowgirl Creamery. Don’t get me started. LOVE!!!

      Reply

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