Nike Missile Site SF88L at Marin Headlands

Base SF-88 is one of only a few preserved Nike Missile Bases -- between 1953 and 1979, 280 of these bases formed protective rings around major US cities to defend against nuclear bomber attacks.
The National Parks Service runs free tours every half hour while open, taking visitors back to the Cold War. They flip on the rotating radar unit, lead a stroll through the Testing and Assembly building, and end up taking tour groups via elevator to the underground storage area.
SF-88 is on some of the most beautiful and valuable real estate of any missile base, so it's a small wonder it has been saved.

Though no longer launch-ready, volunteers continue to repair and spruce up the facility so that future generations won't forget the Nike Missile Program.

Hours: Tours on the half hour. Wednesday through Friday 12:30-3:30 pm and
the first Saturday of each month from 12:30 to 3:30. (Call to verify)
Phone: 415-331-1453
Admission: Free

Location:
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Address: Bunker Rd, Sausalito, CA
Directions: In the Headlands just north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Take Alexander Avenue (first) exit, turn right, then first left to tunnel. Go through tunnel and stay on Bunker Road for approximately 2.5 miles. At fork in the road, stay to left on Field Road. Site SF-88L will be the first right beyond the Visitor Center parking lot.
RoadsideAmerica Rates this attraction three stars out of five.

Field review by the team at RoadsideAmerica.com

 

Dare To Set Foot On A Vanishing Beach
As part of the Point Reyes National Seashore, McClures Beach is set in a small, picturesque cove where adventurous visitors can stroll on white sand and observe pockets of tide pools. But, to find the vanishing part of McClures has its dangerous drawbacks. On the beach's south end lies a divisive headland that can only be accessed in the outgoing low tide. To reach this vanishing part of the beach cross only at low tide so you don’t get stuck returning at the wrong time. Make sure to check the tide table before heading out when exploring!   
McClures is arguably one of Point Reyes' most compelling beaches for its size, scenery and isolation. 

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Embark On A Thrilling Trek To A Beach Few Have Seen
Wildcat Beach is a hideaway for one reason. It takes a six-mile hike to get there.  Why is it worth it? The location stops most visitors from making the trek, leaving this sandy stretch perfect for a quiet, relaxing afternoon. During very low tide the walk down to the beach provides the perfect opportunity to see Alamere Falls. 

Directions:
From Point Reyes National Seashore’s Bear Valley Visitor Center, drive south on Highway One about 30 minutes. Turn right at Horse Hill Road or Olema Bolinas Road. (The two roads come together at a stop sign.) Continue onto Mesa Road; turn right and follow the road to the end. The last three-quarters of a mile will be a dirt road, leading to the Palomarin trailhead. Walk the 5.5 miles up the coast to the campground and follow signs to the beach.