San Franciscans make the one-hour drive to Point Reyes National Seashore to go camping in the 32,000 acres of coastal wilderness. The secluded backcountry campsites—which are accessible only by foot, bicycle, horse or boat—are often booked months ahead. To obtain a permit and reserve a campsite, call 415-663-8054.

Drakes Beach Café Don't be misled by the generic beach-stand menu at Jonne LeMieux's easygoing café, which is next to the Drakes Beach visitor center. The 67-year-old LeMieux is a talented, committed cook. Her thick burgers are made with Marin Sun Farms grass-fed beef, and her oyster sandwich—filled with shellfish from a nearby inlet and served with homemade tartar sauce—is the most authentic one you'll find west of New Orleans. DETAILS Drakes Beach, Point Reyes National Seashore; 415-669-1297.

Tomales Bay Foods This village marketplace in a renovated barn brings together some of Northern California's best purveyors. At Cowgirl Creamery, shoppers can buy the famed artisanal cheeses and watch the staff at work in the cheesemaking room. At Indian Peach Food Co., hikers can grab a box lunch that includes a sandwich, a salad and a perfect mandarin-orange panna cotta. Wooden benches and a few tables are scattered around the barn to seat those who can't wait to eat. DETAILS 80 Fourth St., Point Reyes Station; 415-663-9335.