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Drakes Bay Viewpoint

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Drakes Bay Viewpoint

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    1. Muddy Hollow Trailhead & Estero Trail loop — Point Reyes National Seashore

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    July 28, 2023

    Known as Tamál-Húye by the Coast Miwok and Puerto De Los Reyes by the Spanish, Drakes Bay is widely believed to be the first landing spot of Sir Francis Drake on his circumnavigation of the world in 1579. From here you have sweeping views across the 8 mile wide bay.

      July 28, 2023

      A good spot to take in the sea view over Drakes Bay & Estero de Limantour.

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        Elevation 10 m

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        Location: Marin County, California, United States

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