Highlight • Historical Site
Pierce Point Ranch
Hiking
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Vincent Reboul
June 18, 2022
Hiking
Founded in 1858, the Pierce Ranch was the largest of the four independent ranches on the Point Reyes Peninsula. Go to the visitor center to find out about the Tulle Elk. Endemic to the peninsula, you can spot herds during the hike.
Wanderhase🐰
December 29, 2022
Hiking
Established in 1858, Pierce Ranch (aka Pierce Point Ranch) was the largest of four independent ranches on the the Point Reyes peninsula in the late 1800s. The Shafter brothers sold …
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Elevation 90 m
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