Kids in the Mists

Point Reyes is a great place for kids to explore nature. We’ve created some fun activities and information for kids to enjoy.

Nature Journal

Make your own nature journal to draw and write what you see on your hike in Point Reyes.

Hikes for Kids

These hikes are kid-approved. They are not too long, and offer interesting activities for kids.

Get ready to hike!

Fun things to do on a hike and what you need to be prepared.

Volunteer Opportunity for Families: Marin MPA Watch

Do you like walking on the beach? Do you want to help protect the environment?

Volunteer as a family with the Marin Marine Protected Area Watch (Marin MPA Watch) at Drakes Beach or Limantour Beach. All you need is binoculars and a love of the ocean. You’ll discover something new on every visit. At Drakes Beach, depending on the season, you’ll see Northern Elephant Seals, shorebirds, beach huts made of driftwood (kids love to play in them!), rocky tidepools, things washed ashore like jelly fish (good for squishing in rainboots) and kelp (fun to drag along the beach). You can watch for Peregrine Falcons and other birds in the cliffs and count butterflies in the flowers. If you go early in the morning, you’ll see a variety of bird and mammal tracks in the wet sand. Over time, you can learn what they are.

Take a look at the Drakes Beach photos for a sense of the rich natural diversity that awaits you on the beach