Tomales Bay State Park

Josh Furnald

This state park is serene at 8:00 a.m. however, by about 10:30 it's full of families and children and the picnic tables are all taken. You can grill near the beach if you get here early enough. There's a few miles of extremely accessible hiking that can offer solitude later in the day. Perfect place to launch a kayak or SUP. The cove is protected from the wind, typically and a good spot for beginners even with a medium wind. I often see people fishing here too......

Dobby Roggy

Me and my wife went there for our anniversary last week beautiful plus we hooked into a couple little leopard sharks fun little time but definitely loved it and we will be returning in the future a lot

Tula Gourdin

Heart's Desire Beach at Tomales Bay State Park. Lovely petite beach on Tomales Bay with clean facilities, picnic tables, kayak ramp, lawn. Easy access to two trails. One is partially self-guided with signage along the trail (see photos). There is a usage fee ($8 and $7) for the day. Fabulous family get away.

Kishore Hari

A small, often overlooked park at the edge of Point Reyes National Seashore. Most come for the Hearts Desire Beach, but make the trek on the Jepson Trail loop - well worth the time. Plus, it brings you to the less crowded Pebble Beach if you want to get away.