Summer Guide 2015

Marin

SUMMER

2015 The Ultimate Guide

PRESENTED BY MARIN MAGAZINE

HIKING | BEACHES | DINING | FESTIVALS | EVENTS | ENTERTAINMENT | MUSIC

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Welcome to Marin Magazine’s Ultimate Summer Guide

Marin SUMMER SUMMER PUBLISHER / EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Nikki Wood

Editorial EXECUTIVE EDITOR Mimi Towle MANAGING EDITOR Daniel Jewett EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Kasia Pawlowska COPY EDITOR Cynthia Rubin

Art DESIGNER Kate Godfrey PRODUCTION MANAGER Alex French CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Geoff James, Robert Kaufman, Calin Van Paris

FOR THE SECOND YEAR, we’re pleased to present the Marin Summer Guide, created for locals and visitors alike. The following pages will give you ideas on how to best spend your leisure time in Marin, including outdoor fun as well as music, shopping, and local food and drink.

This year we asked sporting types like Geoff James, an expert on hiking, biking and all things aquatic, and golf guru Robert Kaufman to give their favorite adrenaline-junkie tips for making the most of all the county offers. If you’re in the mood to get out of your neighborhood, check the Day Trip pages’ ideas for using the ferry system, a Bay Area institution that gets you out on the water to places all over the bay. Whether you’re headed for Tiburon, Sausalito, Larkspur or San Francisco, we’ve got the bases covered with suggestions on what to do when you’re there.

Speaking of getting there, the Angel Island ferry will take you to the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay. We’ve devoted two pages and a colorful illustration by Mill Valley’s Chris Hill to show you the way. Besides historical buildings, you’ll find beaches to explore and trails for calorie-burning hikes both around the island and up to the top of its highest point.

Our guide’s centerpiece is a six-page calendar of not-to-be-missed events from June through August, including farmers’ and flea markets, festivals and concerts. Enjoy the guide and its activities, and let us know how your summer in Marin is going by hashtagging your Instagram and Twitter photos #inmarin.

We’ll feature some favorites on marinmagazine.com.

CONTRIBUTING ILLUSTRATOR Chris Hill CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Robert Kaufman, Tim Porter, Jack Wolford

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—THE EDITORS OF MARIN MAGAZINE

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Marin GET TO KNOW MARIN

This helpful map pinpoints the hottest Marin landmarks for locals and visitors alike.

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MARIN TO GO Locally sourced products and food items you won't want to leave without.

FERRY TO MARIN Fun things to do when you land in Larkspur, Sausalito or Tiburon.

FERRY TO SAN FRANCISCO Experiences in the city by the bay when you take the ferry the other direction.

BIKING Put the pedal to the metal and get out on the county's many off- and on-road bike routes.Â

HIKING Treks on the ground to take in Marin's natural beauty, organized by difficulty.

ANGEL ISLAND A map of hikes, walks, bike rides, campsites, beaches and other activities on this jewel of an island.

JUNE CALENDAR Plays, festivals, flea markets, concerts and more, all in the month of June.

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JULY CALENDAR July has jazz, open mic night, crafts, the Marin County Fair and other adventures.

AUGUST CALENDAR August heats up with paddle races, brews, beach concerts, Outside Lands and kayaking.

HOT SUMMER NIGHTS Marin has got the music. Local venues that will rock your socks off.

SUMMER EATS From grab-and-go to alfresco, the best places to get a bite and enjoy a drink.

GET ON THE WATER Scenic water trips for paddleboarders and kayakers, organized by difficulty.

GOLF Local and nearby courses that'll make you want to grab the sticks and hit the greens.

BEACHES You know the classics; here are several less wellknown wild beaches.

LOCAL ATTRACTION A closing take and some fun facts on a very popular Marin destination.

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Geography Lesson

Get to Know Marin THE COUNTY BOASTS a 72-mile-long (often walkable) unblemished coastline, charming towns and countless acres of open space. Those fortunate enough to live here can surely agree that there is no shortage of ways to enjoy this exceptional county. First time visiting? No worries — we’ve compiled a list in geographical order of both familiar favorites and lesser-known picks to help you get acquainted. Welcome to Marin.

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VISTA POINT Photo op for fantastic views of San Francisco — just remember to bring a jacket, as it does get windy.

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MARIN HEADLANDS Beaches, a marine mammal sanctuary, an art center and more, as well as miles of scenic trails for hiking and biking.

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POINT BONITA LIGHTHOUSE Open Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. If you make the trek you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of the Pacific.

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BAY MODEL Both fascinating and free to visit, this colossal hydraulic model of the San Francisco Bay is a Sausalito landmark.

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BLACKIE’S PASTURE Get away for a stroll — and also find dramatic water views and a statue of the beloved horse the park was named after.

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OLD ST. HILARY'S CHURCH Founded in 1888, this historic building is nestled on a hillside in the middle of a rare wildflower preserve.

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MILL VALLEY DEPOT/LYTTON SQUARE Centrally located and named in honor of the first soldier from Mill Valley to die in World War I.

MUIR WOODS Renowned for its old-growth forest of coast redwoods, the land was declared a National Monument (the first ever to be located near a major city) in 1908.

SAN QUENTIN Undoubtedly one of the best-known and the oldest correctional facilities in California and one of the biggest in the country.

SAN RAFAEL MISSION Originally known as Mission San Rafael Arcángel, it was the 20th mission founded of the 21 Alta California locations.

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CHINA CAMP Named after an 1880s-era Chinese shrimping village, the park offers hiking, biking and horseback riding. Dogs are welcome.

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SAMUEL P. TAYLOR PARK This enormous redwood-filled park (it covers about 2,700 acres) is home to quaint campsites and myriad hiking trails.

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RANCHO NICASIO You’ll want to check the schedule of this nearly 75-year-old saloon — a popular Sunday drive destination — for live music show times.

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HOG ISLAND OYSTER CO. If you’re craving oysters, this is your place. Five dollars arms you with all the tools you’ll need: shucking knife, glove, lemons and hot sauce. Cash only.

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POINT REYES STATION This unincorporated town of fewer than 500 has a place where you can shop, eat, do yoga and get livestock feed all in one spot — pretty impressive.

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POINT REYES LIGHTHOUSE Bring all the yummy provisions you scooped up at Point Reyes Station and make a day of it by visiting the lighthouse.

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POINT REYES NATIONAL SEASHORE If you get here and feel like you’ve walked to the edge of the earth, you’re kind of right — the peninsula lies on a different tectonic plate than the rest of Marin County.

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STINSON BEACH The ultimate Marin beach: it’s sandy, not rocky, has real bathrooms with showers and lots of really good food nearby.

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BOLINAS RIDGE Offering unobstructed views of the infamous San Andreas Fault, this attractive bike trail also often appears in car commercials. Get ready for feelings of déjà vu.

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MARIN COUNTY CIVIC CENTER Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and recently nominated to be a World Heritage site, the center also serves as a performance venue.

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MARIN COUNTRY MART In addition to the fun shopping and food options, outdoor community

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MOUNT TAMALPAIS SUMMIT About 2,500 feet above Marin, at the top of the East Peak, you’ll find a visitor center (open weekends). The parking lot is open every day.

Editors' note: Visit us online for additional resources about hiking, biking, paddleboarding, shopping and more. marinmagazine.com/marinsummer

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Locally Sourced

Marin toGo

Summer in Marin means slow SPF days and long sweater-weather nights, each filled with friends, family and enviable scenery. Lucky for us, much of what you need to embrace the season can be found right in the county, crafted by the neighborhood businesses that make Marin unique. Here's a curated array of items ideal to bring home as a souvenir or to a dinner party as a hostess gift.

Summer Scent EO’S body lotions are made with natural organic ingredients, with fragrances derived from essential oils. The company, based in Marin, uses bottles crafted mostly from recycled plastic. EO Coconut & Vanilla with Tangerine Body Lotion, $8.99. 84 Throckmorton (Mill Valley). 415.945.1900, eoproducts.com

Logo Tees Nothing says "local" like a T-shirt or hat from a nearby surf shop. Marin has plenty of shops to choose from — BLUERUSH, LIVE WATER, PROOF LAB, 101 SURF SPORTS, and 2 Mile, to name a few — and all have quality gear and cool logos. bluerush boardsports.com, livewatersurf shop.com, prooflab.com, 101surf sports.com, 2milesurf.com

Best for Buds Bring some color to your table with a sleek vase from HEATH CERAMICS filled with a selection of seasonal stems.

Quintessentially Marin, Heath has produced textured and elegant tableware from the same Sausalito factory since 1948.

Multi-Stem Vase, $94. 400 Gate 5 Rd (Sausalito). 415.332.3723, heathceramics.com

County Cushion For a colorful sofa accessory that doubles as a seriously helpful map, you can’t beat this Marin-inspired throw pillow. From the (soon-tobe) Robin Williams Tunnel to the Tomales Point Trail, one glance will have you itching to explore — after a quick nap. MARIN COUNTY HAND-EMBROIDERED PILLOW, $168. L’ambiente, 476 Magnolia Ave, (Larkspur), 415.945.9291; Featherbed & Bath, 321 Town Center (Corte Madera), 415.924.2244

Beach Bag Marin’s TOSS DESIGNS offers bags featuring fun patterns, bright colors and versatile shapes. This canvas tote is great for a day at the beach, with enough room for all of your (and your family’s) essentials. Classic Canvas Grab Bag, $60. 111 Madera Blvd (Corte Madera). 415.461.8677, tossdesigns.com

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In Marin,

good food is synonymous with the bounty of local organic ingredients available at every turn. The county’s endless artisanal eating options, enough to make any foodie’s head spin, also make it easy to assemble the perfect picnic.

Here are seven to-go items that bring uniquely regional flavor to any table, indoor or out.

Cheese Please Happy cows come from California and, more specifically, Marin. Follow the cheese trail to visit Cowgirl Creamery, MARIN FRENCH CHEESE COMPANY and Nicasio Valley Cheese Company; Point Reyes Farmstead, Ramini Mozzarella, Barinaga Ranch Farmstead and Tomales Farmstead Creamery are also each open occasionally. Find all these products at stores throughout Marin.

Hop to It Marin County is no stranger to good beer, thanks to Marin Brewing Company, which offers a bevy of locally inspired ales. New kid on the block HEADLANDS BREWERY follows suit, with brews available in easy-to-transport cans. Brews from both are available at your local market. Marin Brewing Company, 1809 Larkspur Landing Cir (Larkspur).

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Sweet Tooth Indulge your love of sweets with a cookie from RUSTIC BAKERY, a local favorite for treats and sandwiches. The Marin Country Mart location recently started selling owner Carol LeValley’s freshly baked loaves on Saturday mornings. Chocolate Almond Croissant, $4.25. 1139 Magnolia Ave (Larkspur). 415.925.1556, rusticbakery.com

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Sausalito's CALIFORNIA CAVIAR COMPANY makes caviar accessible to everyone. Chef Jacques Pépin combines California white sturgeon, paddlefish and hackleback roe. Jacques Pépin’s Pressed Caviar (1 oz.), $46. 302 Caledonia St, Ste 6 (Sausalito). 415.332.0822, californiacaviar.com

Puerto Rican cuisine found a dedicated fan base in Marin with the introduction of SOL FOOD, which has taken over an entire block in San Rafael and now boasts a Mill Valley location too. Take the flavor home with a bottle of the restaurant’s homemade hot sauce. PIQUE SAUCE (5 oz.), $6. 903 Lincoln Ave (San Rafael). 415.451.4765, solfoodrestaurant.com

Perfectly Pickled West Marin–based company WILD WEST FERMENTS crafts small-batch organic products, the most popular being the Signature Sauerkraut. The kraut is fermented for a minimum of six weeks in a ceramic crock to ensure the ingredients are high in vitamin and nutrient content. Signature Sauerkraut, $10.49. wildwestferments.com

Drizzle Down DELLA TERRA OILS are crafted in small, extremely flavorful batches and sold at Rustic Bakery and Mill Valley Market. In the mood for an adventure? Just outside the Marin County line lies McEvoy Ranch, an olive oil mecca so pristine you’ll think you’ve escaped to Italy. Della Terra 2014 Extra Virgin Olive Oil, from $14. dellaterraoils.com, mcevoyranch.com

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Day Trip

Ferry to Marin You’ve escaped the city and landed in beautiful Marin. Now what?

TRAVELING TO MARIN BY FERRY is an experience in itself, but each ferry terminal offers opportunities to explore the county — on dry land.

Here, we share a few favorite eateries, stores and gift items available within walking distance of each Marin-bound boat.

Sausalito Ferry Landing HUNT Take a stroll to Caledonia Street for a look at local fashion. Recent additions to the neighborhood are gr.dano Boutique and Design Studio, specializing in Bay Area–inspired, stylish clothing, and Sarah Swell Jewelry. grdano.com, sarahswell.com NIBBLE A seasonal menu, open-air seating and a full tequila bar make Copita the ultimate summertime stop. Located directly across from the ferry terminal, the Mexican eatery offers gluten-free lunch and dinner options featuring ingredients grown in the restaurant’s garden. copitarestaurant.com TAKE AWAY Opened in 2013, Driver’s Market brings artisanal, environmentally friendly edibles to Sausalito in a space that’s held a grocery store since the ’70s. With the juice bar, gourmet deli and carefully curated local goods, you won’t leave empty-handed. driversmarket.com

Tiburon Ferry Terminal HUNT Forget the mall — downtown Tiburon is a haven for all types of women’s clothing, shoes and jewelry. Favorites like Koze, Citrus, Sarah Shaw Studio and Vineyard Vines will ensure you go home in style. getkoze.com, shopcitrus.com, sarahshaw.com, vineyardvines.com NIBBLE For a lunchtime experience that is truly Tiburon, Waypoint Pizza is a must. Find the building — an early 1880s landmark — by looking for the iconic compass rose, and stay for delicious pies, pastas and salads served in a nautical, family-friendly atmosphere. waypointpizza.com TAKE AWAY Couloir Wines and Straight Line Wine are quintessential California — locally produced, with European influences. Winemaker Jon Grant gained experience at several of Napa Valley’s top wineries before creating his signature Couloir Pinot Noir, an ideal souvenir to save and sip. couloirwines.com

Larkspur Ferry Terminal HUNT The L.A. fashion scene has found a home at Marin Country Mart.

With stores like Calypso St. Barth, Intermix, James Perse and Malia Mills, you may want to apologize to your wallet in advance. marincountrymart.com

TAKE AWAY Supporting independent bookstores has never been so important; at Diesel, A Bookstore, the staff bookworms read, review and recommend, making finding a new favorite a no-brainer. dieselbookstore.com

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NIBBLE MCM is home to plenty of delicious restaurants, but if you’re lucky enough to visit on a Sunday, you will be welcomed by Off the Grid’s fleet of food trucks. Be prepared to chow down. marincountrymart.com

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Day Trip

Ferry to San Francisco Now that you’ve made it to the city by the bay, what should you do?

THE SAN FRANCISCO FERRY BUILDING is a foodie mecca, but the city’s neighboring ferry stops have plenty to offer as well. Whether you’re bound for Fisherman’s Wharf, the Embarcadero or AT&T Park, these local establishments are worth checking out.

Ferry Building Marketplace HUNT The iconic Ferry Building is a prime afternoon browsing spot. Swing

by Book Passage for a new best seller, peruse kitchenware at Sur La Table, sample cheese at Cowgirl Creamery — best paired with fresh bread from Acme — or pick up honey products from Beekind. ferrybuildingmarketplace.com NIBBLE Hog Island Oyster Company has transformed from oyster bar to fullscale restaurant, allowing you to sample oysters grown in the waters of Marin in an upscale city setting. hogislandoysters.com TAKE AWAY Heath Ceramics may be found in restaurants and museums all over the world, but its origins are in Sausalito. The tableware has been produced in small batches in the same location since 1948, and the Ferry Building outpost offers an edited selection. heathceramics.com

Pier 39/Fisherman’s Wharf HUNT A tourist magnet since 1978, Pier 39 (near the Pier 41 terminal) is filled with seafood restaurants, novelty shops and sea lion sightings, all in a charming — though often crowded — wharf setting. Street performers and live music make every visit unforgettable. pier39.com NIBBLE DeLise Dessert Cafe offers handmade, small-batch treats.

Supplemented by ice cream crafted from nearby Straus Creamery and coffee from San Francisco’s Four Barrel, local and organic desserts have never been sweeter. delisesf.com TAKE AWAY Pick up a quirky favor that matches the city’s personality at Jackson & Polk, a store that celebrates the spirit of San Francisco. Gift items from local makers and artists are portable representations of any S.F. visit. jacksonandpolk.com

AT&T Park HUNT Early to the ball game? Stake out the best local view. China Basin Park features an outside-the-stadium angle on McCovey Cove — complete with a statue of former first baseman Willie McCovey himself — while South Beach Park is the perfect spot for a pre-game bayside picnic.

TAKE AWAY Classic caps, foggy-day sweatshirts and Bumgarner jerseys can be found at the Giants Dugout Store, the ultimate stop for black-and-orange memorabilia. Stop by before, after or during the game to stock up on home run–worthy keepsakes. sanfrancisco.giants.mlb.com

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NIBBLE For a memorable meal that’s close to the stadium but removed from the accompanying seagulls, Twenty Five Lusk offers upscale, creative fare, a lounge and bar and a modern appeal that will sate your game time appetite — though let’s be honest, you may still eye those ballpark garlic fries. 25lusk.com

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Whether you have a road bike, a mountain bike or one with pink ribbons on the handlebars, we’ve got your perfect ride.

Biking

Let the Good Times Roll 1 HEADLANDS LOOP The 12-mile loop starts at the corner of Spring Street and Bridgeway in Sausalito, climbs Conzelman Road and descends with Pacific Ocean views and through the Headlands, either back up the hill on McCullough Road or through the Bunker Road Tunnel. (Sausalito) 2 HERO LOOP This 15-mile loop starts at the Depot in Mill Valley, heads down Miller Avenue and up Montford/Molina/ Edgewood/Sequoia Valley to Four Corners, makes a steep descent to Muir Woods and continues to Muir Beach, followed by a hero climb up Highway 1 past Green Gulch Farm. Then go left on Almonte Boulevard, which becomes Miller Avenue on the way back to the Depot. (Mill Valley) 3 NICASIO/POINT REYES Starting in downtown Fairfax, a 38-mile ride grinds up White’s Hill, turns right at the San Geronimo Golf Course, and continues on Nicasio Valley Road to Rancho Nicasio and then to the Point Reyes–Petaluma Road. At Point Reyes Station, head back to Fairfax on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. (Fairfax) 4 PARADISE LOOP The 18-mile route starts in Mill Valley, at the corner of Camino Alto and East Blithedale. Head south over the freeway on East Blithedale, which becomes Tiburon Boulevard, and continue around the peninsula; turn left at Trestle Glen to rejoin Tiburon Boulevard and head back to the start. (Mill Valley)

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Family 1 BLACKIE’S PASTURE TO DOWNTOWN TIBURON A true lollipop loop, this 5-mile flat path includes bay views, a park with a swing set and possible leopard shark sightings in Richardson Bay. As a bonus, lollipops can be found at the Candy Store on Main Street. (Tiburon) 2 TENNESSEE VALLEY Take the kids on a 4-mile round-trip ride; the gravel path starts at the Tennessee Valley trailhead and winds up at Tennessee Beach.

The ride back to the car can be a bit of an uphill trek. (Mill Valley) 3 CROSS MARIN TRAIL AT SAMUEL P. TAYLOR PARK This nearly level, mostly shaded, 3-mile (one way) paved trail starts at the Samuel P. Taylor Park entrance. The route follows the Northern Pacific Coast Railroad through the park from end to end.

A perfect family bike cruise in West Marin. (Lagunitas) 4 BEAR VALLEY TRAIL AT POINT REYES NATIONAL SEASHORE A 3.2-mile round trip from the Bear Valley trailhead that follows a wide and mostly flat fire trail meandering out to Divide Meadow. (Olema)

Mountain 1 OLD RAILROAD GRADE Follow the very trail where the sport is rumored to have been created. Start at the trailhead at West Blithedale and wind the 12.5 miles to the top.

It should take about two hours to get up and 30 minutes to get back down. Railroad Grade can be crowded on weekends, but you can’t beat the views. (Mill Valley) 2 MARINCELLO, BOBCAT TO MIWOK, OLD SPRINGS ROAD Start this 9.5-mile ride at the Tennessee Valley parking lot and head up the Marincello Trail, noting the long-abandoned residential sidewalks alongside. At the top of the hill, turn left for a fast descent and sweeping views of the Pacific that extend to San Francisco; afterward, loop back to Miwok Trail, ending at Miwok Stables. (Mill Valley) 3 CAMP TAMARANCHO LOOP The 6.1-mile single-track mountain biking loop starts at the Alchemist Trail by way of Iron Springs Road. Note: you must ride to this trailhead from downtown Fairfax, as there is no parking at the entry point to Camp Tamarancho.

Pay $5 at Sunshine Bikes for a pass. (Fairfax) 4 CHINA CAMP STATE PARK LOOP This is a great after-work 8.6-mile loop on a combination of fire trail and single-track, with 180-degree views of the bay. Start at the China Camp campground (there is a fee to park in the park) and take the Bay View Trail up a short climb. Follow signs to Oak Ridge trail along rocky single-track to the rolling Shoreline Trail. (San Rafael)

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Hiking

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If you’re looking for bipedal adventure, we’ve got a trail to fit anyone’s needs.

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1 VERNA DUNSHEE LOOP TRAIL Slightly less than a mile, this paved flat loop starts at the visitor center at East Peak at the top of Mount Tamalpais and provides some of the best views from any trail in the Bay Area. The drive up to East Peak is an adventure in itself. (Mill Valley) 2 PERIMETER ROAD AT ANGEL ISLAND The views are spectacular on the 5.5-mile loop around Angel Island.

Start your hike at the visitor center and head up a short hill; the rest of the loop is fairly flat and delivers 360-degree views of the bay, San Francisco and the East Bay. (Tiburon) 3 LAS GALLINAS WILDLIFE PONDS Just behind the McInnis Park Golf Course, a 3-mile loop starts at the canoe launch and includes lots of birding opportunities on a mostly flat trail. The path can get a bit bumpy but provides a scenic trip on the levees that weave along Las Gallinas Creek. (San Rafael) 4 GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE Start on the Marin side at the Conzelman Road lot (this lot can fill up quickly) and walk the eastern (city-facing) span across to the San Francisco side to grab a snack.

It’s loud and no dogs are permitted, but everyone should make the stunning 3-mile round-trip. (Sausalito)

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Easy Stroll 1 PHOENIX LAKE LOOP A kid-friendly 2.5-mile mostly rolling fire road/trail meanders along the perimeter of the lake, with a couple of sets of stairs. Get there early, as the very limited parking lot fills quickly; from the trailhead on, expect great views after you get through the trees, with miles of trails to enjoy. (Ross) 2 RODEO LAGOON TRAIL LOOP A perfect complement to a day at Rodeo Beach: slap on your shoes for an easy 2-mile stroll around the Rodeo Lagoon.

Begin from the beach parking lot, cross the beach to the south and look for the small trail to the left that follows the lagoon shore. (Sausalito) 3 BALTIMORE CANYON Start your 2-mile round-trip hike at the end of Madrone Avenue in Larkspur. Enjoy the shaded and peaceful Dawn Falls Trail, which winds along Larkspur Creek. Explore the many trail options to reach Crown Road and Mount Tamalpais. (Larkspur) 4 TERWILLIGER NATURE TRAIL AT STAFFORD LAKE The 2-mile round-trip starts with a short ascent section, wending through grassland. Pass through redwoods and finish with a few short switchbacks that lead to a shaded bench looking down on Stafford Lake. (Novato)

The Grind 1 STEEP RAVINE TO MATT DAVIS, MOUNT TAMALPAIS This hike starts with a relatively strenuous 6.5-mile stretch just south of the firehouse in Stinson Beach. Follow signs to the Dipsea Trail and continue to the Steep Ravine Trail. It’s all uphill to the Pantoll ranger station through the dense redwoods; then cross Highway 1 to a nice downhill trek back down on the Matt Davis Trail. (Stinson Beach) 2 PALOMARIN TO ALAMERE FALLS The 7.5-mile round-trip begins at the Palomarin trailhead parking lot.

Head up the stairs and take a left.

The mostly rolling, smooth trail goes in and out of the shade; the payoff is Alamere Falls at the beach. (Bolinas) 3 THE DIPSEA TRAIL A one-way 7-mile hike from Mill Valley to Stinson Beach. Start at Old Mill Park in Mill Valley, and head across the Old Mill Bridge up the Dipsea stairs; end with a descent to the beach. (Mill Valley) 4 COASTAL TRAIL AND HILL 88 LOOP Start by hiking up the Coastal Trail from Fort Cronkhite/Rodeo Beach to the top of Hill 88. The 5.5-mile loop features views of Mount Diablo and of S.F. clear down to Ocean Beach.

Start your return downhill via the Wolf Ridge Trail and Miwok Trail, finishing up along Rodeo Lagoon. (Sausalito)

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Angel Island ORIGINALLY CALLED “ISLA DE ANGELES,” Angel Island was named for the Catholic feast day Our Lady of the Angels, when the Spanish naval officer Juan Manuel de Ayala and his crew first arrived on the island in 1775. With 13 miles of trails, eight miles of paved road, three accessible beaches and a peak that’s almost 800 feet tall, this 1.2-square-mile gem in the middle of the bay has everything you need for an ideal day trip.

Five history facts

Five fun facts

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You can camp here, but you need to work for it — some sites require a two-mile hike. Looking for an upper-body workout?

One kayak-accessible tent site is available.

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While mule deer were introduced to the island in 1915, the Angel Island mole is a subspecies of the broad-footed mole that’s exclusive to the isle.

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Once the island was home to three, but now only one U.S. Coast Guard lighthouse remains active, at Point Blunt.

Established in 1915, the lighthouse was automated in 1976.

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It is the largest natural occurring island in the San Francisco Bay. Alameda Island (about 19 times bigger) was created when a shipping lane was cut in 1901.

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The island is almost entirely in Tiburon except for a tiny fraction (0.7 percent) that extends into San Francisco.

Lieutenant Ayala first dropped his anchor at the island in 1775, but the Miwok Indians were using the land for hunting and fishing far before that.

In the past the island served as a quarantine station for entering ships and as an immigration station and detention center — it was known as the “Ellis Island of the West.”

The island became a state park in 1962 when the Nike missile base closed and missiles were removed.

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The “Angel Lights” have been shining on top of Mount Livermore for more than 50 years with only two interruptions: 2001 when soil was added to the island in a restoration effort and when a fire broke out in 2008.

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National Angel Island Day was declared on January 21, 2010, by President Barack Obama, commemorating the 100-year anniversary of the immigration station’s opening.

Island Activities

Clusters of picnic tables can be found at seven locations throughout the island, in addition to the four day-use picnicking sites you can reserve, which have 96 tables total.

You can take an easy 5-mile perimeter road hike that offers all kinds of spectacular sights and takes about two hours, or if you’re seeking some more vigorous exercise you can hike to the top of Mount Livermore, which takes about the same amount of time.

THERE ARE SEVERAL WAYS TO THE ISLAND — ferry, boat or kayak. Once you’ve made it to land you can rent bikes and explore with more than nine miles of bike trails at your disposal. If bikes aren’t your thing, the island boasts 13 miles of trails to help you explore every corner.

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June

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2 S.F. Ferry Plaza farmers’ market every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday (SF), ferrybuilding marketplace.com ● ■ ♥

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8 Mountain Play presents Peter Pan, 2 p.m., through June 21 (Mill Valley), mountainplay.org ♥

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9 Lawrence Hall of Science 3-D exhibit (Berkeley), lawrence hallofscience.org ● ♥

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The 105th annual Dipsea Race, starts 8:30 a.m. sharp (Mill Valley), dipsea.org ♥

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Bay Area Discovery Museum free first Wednesday (Sausalito), baykidsmuseum.org ● ■ ♥

Happy Summer Solstice and Father’s Day. Cheer on hometown baseball favorites San Rafael Pacifics vs. the Pittsburg Mettle, 1:05 p.m. (San Rafael), pacificsbaseball.com ● ♥

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Napa Valley Jazz Getaway, June 10–14 (Napa), jazzgetaway.com

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16 Book Passage author speaker event, 6 p.m. (Corte Madera), bookpassage.com ●

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Mount Tam Wednesday hikes, up to 5 miles, 6 p.m. (Mill Valley), friendsofmttam.org ● ■

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23 Catch Choir Boy at Marin Theatre Company, June 4–28 (Mill Valley), marintheatre.org

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Stern Grove free concert series at 19th Ave and Sloat Blvd, 2 p.m. Sundays June 14–Aug 16 (SF), sterngrove.org ● ■ ♥

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30 Feed the Sharks, 2:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday (SF), aquariumofthebay.org ● ♥

Flea Markets Find that unique coffee table or cherished old LP. ALAMEDA POINT ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES First Sunday of the month, 6 a.m.–3 p.m. Ticket cost varies from free to $15 based on time of entry.

Alameda Naval Air Station, 2900 Navy Way, Alameda, alamedapointantiquesfaire.com JACK OF ALL TRADES MARKET Second Saturday of each month, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. Jack London Square, Oakland, jackofalltradesoakland.com NAPA VALLEJO FLEA MARKET Sundays, rain or

shine, 5 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. 303 South Kelly Road, American Canyon, napafleamarket.com THE FRENCH MARKET Marin’s Outdoor Antique Market is on the second Sunday of every month, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Free. 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, facebook.com/frenchmarket.marin TREASURE ISLAND FLEA Last weekend of the month, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets $3. Treasure Island, Avenue of the Palms, San Francisco, treasureislandflea.com

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4 SUPers of all ages and skill lev- 5 els can join Bluerush and Bar Bocce for a biweekly Thursdaynight fun series (Sausalito), bluerushboardsports.com ●

Novato Theater Company’s Unnecessary Farce, through June 14 (Novato), novatotheatercompany.org

12 Friday Nights at the de Young with live music, cocktails and art (SF), deyoung.famsf.org ●

19 Creekside Log Cabin Fridays, 6:30 p.m. (Mill Valley), tcsd.us ● ■ ♥

25 San Rafael farmers’ market, 6–9 p.m. every Thursday (San Rafael), sanrafaelmarket.org ● ■ ♥

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26 Marin/Scapes Art Exhibit and Sale, June 25–28 (Larkspur), buckelew.org/marinscapes

The 39th annual Union Street Festival (see the listing at right)

13 Summer festivals take place in Novato, Fairfax and San Francisco (see the listings at right)

20 Tiburon Classic Car Show (Tiburon), tiburonclassiccarshow.com California Beer Festival (see the listing at right)

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Festival Weekends June 6th-7th THE 39TH ANNUAL UNION STREET FESTIVAL (between Gough and Steiner, SF), unionstreetfestival.com ■ ♥

June 13th-14th THE 32ND ANNUAL NOVATO FESTIVAL OF ART, (Novato), novatoartwinemusic.com ■ ♥ THE 38TH ANNUAL FAIRFAX FESTIVAL AND ECOFEST (Fairfax), fairfaxfestival.com ■ ♥

JACK WOLFORD (PADDLE); TIM PORTER (SAN RAFAEL MARKET)

THE 61ST ANNUAL NORTH BEACH FESTIVAL (SF), northbeachchamber.com ■ ♥

June 20th CALIFORNIA BEER FESTIVAL (Novato), californiabeer festival.com

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1 Fun, games and music at the Marin County Fair, July 1–5 (San Rafael), marinfair.org ♥

5 Fillmore Jazz Festival, July 4–5, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (SF), fillmorejazzfestival.com ■ ♥

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Comedy Night at 142 Throckmorton (Mill Valley), throckmortontheatre.org ●

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Mendocino Music Festival, thru July 25 (Mendocino), mendocinomusic.org ♥

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Enjoy music and food at the Great American Blues and BBQ Festival (San Rafael), teamproevent.com ♥

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Luminous Worlds: British Works on Paper at Legion of Honor (SF), legionofhonor.famsf.org ● ♥

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21 Take in classical music under the stars at Festival del Sole, July 15–26 (Napa), festivaldelsole.org

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Golden Gate Park carfree Sundays (SF), golden-gate-park.com ● ■ ♥

High Style: The Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at Legion of Honor through July 19 (SF), legionofhonor.famsf.org ● ♥

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Open Mic Nights

Corte Madera farmers’ market (Corte Madera), shoptowncenter.com ● ■ ♥

Mark your calendars and enjoy new talent or share some of yours.

HOPMONK TAVERN 7 p.m., Wednesday, free and all ages. Hosted by Dennis Haneda. 224 Vintage Way, Novato, hopmonk.com/novato PERI’S BAR 9:30 p.m., Mondays, free. Hosted by Billy D. 29 Broadway, Fairfax. perisbar.com SWEETWATER MUSIC HALL 7:30 p.m. Mondays, free.

Hosted by Austin de Lone. 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley, sweetwatermusichall.com

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S.F. Foodie Adventures (SF), foodieadventures.com ●

Friday Jazz and Blues by the Bay, 6:30–8 p.m. through August 28 (Sausalito), ci.sausalito.ca.us ● ♥

Friday Night Jazz at Marin Country Mart, 6–9 p.m. (Larkspur), marincountrymart.com ● ■ ♥

NICHOLAS WILSON (MENDOCINO MUSIC FESTIVAL); VI BOTTARO (FESTIVAL DEL SOLE)

30 Try your skills at SUP lacrosse, 5:30 p.m. every Thursday (San Rafael), 101surfsports.com ● ♥

Tour de MALT offers a scenic bike ride and farm-to-table lunch (Nicasio), malt.org

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Wanderlust Festival, July 16–19 (Lake Tahoe), squaw.wanderlustfestival.com

An evening under the stars with Willie Nelson and Alison Krauss at the Greek Theatre, 7 p.m. (Berkeley), thegreek theatreberkeley.com ● ♥

Happy Fourth of July.

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Cheer on the San Rafael Pacifics vs. Pittsburg Mettle at Albert Park, 5:05 p.m. (San Rafael), pacificsbaseball.com ● ♥

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Sonoma County Fair, through August 9 (Sonoma), sonomacountyfair.com ♥

Treasure Island flea market, through weekend (Treasure Island), treasureislandflea.com ● ♥

Treasure Island flea markets take place the last weekend of every month.

Get Crafty Looking to get out of the sun?

These creative outlets offer free drop-in classes for adults and kids.

BLUEBIRD YARN AND FIBER CRAFTS Classes, workshops and private lessons. 325 Pine St, Sausalito, bluebirdyarn.com CAKE ART SUPPLIES Classes available in cake decorating at various price points. 1512 5th Ave, San Rafael, cakeartsupplies.com DOODLEBUG The cost varies for these classes and workshops.

641 San Anselmo Ave, Fairfax, doodlebugmarin.com ONCE AROUND CRAFT GYM Sewing, knitting and paper crafts in free drop-in classes. 352 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, oncearound.com STUDIO 4 ART Workshops and classes at various price points.

1133 Grant Ave, Novato, studio4art.net

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Enjoy an afternoon of Music in the Vineyards, July 31–Aug 23 (Napa), musicinthevineyards.org ♥ Open to the public day at Fort Miley Adventure Course, 1–4 p.m. (S.F.), pliprograms.org ● ♥

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Open mic night at HopMonk Tavern (Novato), hopmonk.com ●

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Head to the mountains for the popular Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest, August 8–9 (Lake Tahoe), squaw.com ♥

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Run for the Seals 5K and 2-mile runs (Sausalito), marinemammalcenter.org ♥ All aboard for the steam train ride at TrainTown, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Sonoma), traintown.com ● ♥

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Grab a brew at Anchor Brewing Company’s new beer garden at the Yard at Mission Rock (Pier 48), theyardsf.com

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Burn before you earn at Angel Island Paddle and Boat Picnic, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. (San Rafael), barbaryghost.com

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Full Moon Fun

When the moon reaches its full potential, it makes for a memorable evening in Marin. Hiking, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding are great ways to enjoy the lunar light of night.

HIKE You’ll see the moon better from Mount Tamalpais in Mill Valley. Free, 2 hours. friendsofmttam.org SEA KAYAK Watch the moon reflect off the water at Tomales Bay. $78 per person, 3 hours. bluewaterskayaking.com STAND-UP PADDLE Grab your board and head to Sausalito. Price and time varies. onboardsup.com

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1 Petaluma Music Festival, starts July 31 (Petaluma), petalumamusicfestival.org ♥

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Friday concert series, 6:30–8:30 p.m., thru September 4 (Santa Cruz), beachboardwalk.com ●■♥

14 Broadway Under the Stars Rhythm of Life at Jack London State Park, weekends through August 23 (Glen Ellen), transcendencetheatre.org

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8 Outside Lands Music Festival, August 7–9 (SF), sfoutsidelands.com ♥

15 Stafford Lake bike park reopens (Novato), staffordlakebikepark.com ■ ♥

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Flavors of West Marin tour (West Marin), foodandfarmtours.com ●

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27 NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences, for ages 21-plus, Thursdays 6–10 p.m.

(SF), calacademy.org ●

28 Celebrate Sam’s Anchor Cafe’s 95th birthday at Friday Nights on Main, 6–9 p.m. (Tiburon), tiburonchamber.wildapricot.org ●■♥

Blues, Brews and BBQ, noon–6 p.m. (Napa), donapa.com ■ Astronomy on Mount Tamalpais, 8 p.m. (Mill Valley), friendsofmttam.org ● ♥

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Cardinals, 1:05 p.m. (SF), sanfrancisco.giants.mlb.com ● ♥

Free Art Walks Check out these popular art events for some soul-inspiration or wall decoration.

FIRST TUESDAY ART WALK IN MILL VALLEY 6–8 p.m., cityofmillvalley.org FIRST THURSDAY ART IN SAN FRANCISCO 5:30–7:30 p.m., firstthursdayart.com 2ND FRIDAYS ART WALK IN SAN RAFAEL 5–8 p.m., artworksdowntown.org

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Local Sounds

Hot Summer Nights Marin’s got the music. Here are seven venues that will rock your socks off.

Sweetwater Music Hall

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The most recent incarnation of the storied Sweetwater (the original hot spot opened in 1972 on Throckmorton Avenue) boasts a courtyard, cafe, full bar and performers spanning all genres — from jazz to blues to the brand of classic rock that helped make the venue legendary. 19 Corte Madera Ave (Mill Valley). 415.388.3850, sweetwatermusichall.com

19 Broadway Bar and Nightclub

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Home to two full bars, a dance floor and a covered patio, 19 Broadway provides ample opportunity to dance and mingle. The venue has hosted live music seven days a week for more than 30 years and continues to draw performers from virtually every genre, including reggae, funk, soul and more. 17 Broadway Blvd (Fairfax).

415.459.0293, 19broadway.com

Terrapin Crossroads

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Founded by former Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, Terrapin is a great destination for music and a meal. The full-service restaurant hosts (sometimes impromptu) bar shows and concerts in the venue’s Grate Room. Count on regular appearances by Phil Lesh and Friends as well as jazz, country rock and other styles. 100 Yacht Club Dr (San Rafael).

415.524.2773, terrapincrossroads.net

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In 2014, Throckmorton Theatre (pictured at top) 19 Broadway Bar celebrated a decade of operations in a space that and Nightclub brings simultaneously celebrated its centennial. The theater out the black lights for — which formerly played host to the likes of Charlie a dance party.

This modern supper club provides a true musical Chaplin — is a destination for visual arts of all kinds dining experience. Each room in the restaurant including film, music and dance. 142 Throckmorton Ave (even the kitchen) is primed for acoustics, ensuring the best sound (Mill Valley). 415.383.9600, throckmortontheatre.com experience possible. Enjoy a healthy take on Southern fare and performances by musicians across all genres. 919 Fourth St (San Rafael). 415.813.5600, fenixlive.com Named for the iconic Mount Tamalpais, The Sleeping Lady serves up good food, draft beer and cocktails with a backdrop of mostly mellow live music. Pull up a chair inside or on Beer, wine, cocktails and an American-food menu make the the shaded patio, and stop by Monday nights for the bar’s traHopMonk a great place to dine, while a session room showcasing ditional Irish music jam sessions. 23 Broadway Blvd (Fairfax). comedians, musicians and more provides a good time. Most shows 415.485.1182, sleepingladyfairfax.com are standing room only, and warm nights entice patrons into the beer garden. 224 Vintage Way (Novato). 415.892.6200, hopmonk.com

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Dining Out

Summer Eats Grab and Go GOING TO POINT REYES Stop by the newly expanded Perry's Inverness Park Grocery. If you are looking for pastrami, their rendition has house-smoked Stemple Creek pastrami with Wild West Ferments sauerkraut and Point Reyes Toma cheese on Brickmaiden caraway batard with house-made Reuben dressing. If you don’t want a sandwich, opt for potpie. 12301 Sir Francis Drake Blvd (Inverness). 415.663.1491

Here in Marin, sunscreen and sun hats are required when you dine. We present delicious options for takeout or outside tables.

Dining Alfresco SAUSALITO Order a pizza or two and a salad with local greens as the sun sets on Mount Tiburon at Bar Bocce. You’ll see the colors of Richardson Bay brighten and fade, boats pass and pretty people play bocce (in case the place fills up, bring a beach chair; they'll still serve you). 1250 Bridgeway, 415.331.0555, barbocce.com Take a quick trip to France with a bowl of mussels and a glass of dry Alsace riesling at Le Garage Bistro. Savor award-winning cuisine with bay views — the cacophony of seagull cries and clanging masts is included at no extra charge. 85 Liberty Ship Way, 415.332.5625, legarage.com STINSON Getting a spot at a Parkside Cafe table on a sunny day is like winning the lottery, but patience will pay off. 43 Arenal Ave, 415.868.1272, parksidecafe.com Heard of cornhole? Breakers Cafe on Highway 1 offers this beanbag game, as well as an indoor outdoor bar with pool tables and an expanded patio and grass area. Who needs the beach? 3465 Shoreline Hwy, 415.868.2002, stinsonbeachcafe.com Looking for that pinch-me-life-is-good moment, which includes an alfresco burger or fresh crab after a day at the beach, with a side of live music and fries?

Sand Dollar Restaurant and Bar has been providing that type of magic since 1921. 3458 Shoreline Hwy, 415.868.0434, stinsonbeachrestaurant.com

GOING TO PHOENIX LAKE The ultimate goodfor-the-planet grocery and deli, Good Earth Natural Foods, has been open since 1969. For picnic foraging, the takeout department is hard to beat. From burritos, bowls and sandwiches to a tempeh club with a fakin’ bacon to a turkey BLT with the real thing, the menu covers the bases for vegans, carnivores and gluten-frees. 720 Center Blvd (Fairfax). 415.454.0123, genatural.com

TIBURON We’ve said it before and it hasn’t quite stuck, but Sam’s Anchor Cafe (pictured below) is the gateway experience for many Marin homeowners. It starts with getting a table right on the water, ordering a bloody mary, buying a hat and, then, finally, a house. You’ve been warned. 27 Main St, 415.435.4527, samscafe.com Happy hour might not get better than on the deck of Guaymas Restaurant overlooking the bay and San Francisco. You’ll find $4 margaritas, $3 tacos and straight-on views of the San Francisco city-front — need we say more?

5 Main St, 415.435.6300, guaymasrestaurant.com

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GOING TO STINSON BEACH The Lunch Box is great for everything from sandwiches to bags of gummy worms, and since this deli and sometime taqueria opened last year it has quickly become a local and visitor favorite. Try the Stinson beef with roasted beef, whiskey onion horseradish, pimento aioli, melted Swiss and frisée on a French roll. 15 Calle del Mar (Stinson).

415.868.8884, lunchboxmarin.com

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On the Bay

Get on the Water 1 MCNEARS BEACH PARK Start this 4-mile paddle from the foot of the boat ramp in front of the pool at McNears Beach. Veer left off the beach and hug the shore; you may pick up a slight flood tide that will push you to the only island within your line of sight. Be careful to take the island wide, as the rocks can pose a risk. To make this trip more challenging, include a loop around the Sisters islands off to the east. AREA: San Rafael. BEST TIDE: Flood 2 HARBOR COVE PARK, MILL VALLEY This trip is a popular go-to when it’s windy and one needs a calm, protected easy paddle. Launching from the boat dock at Harbor Cove, head right and stay inside the canal. Besides the view of San Francisco you will see leopard sharks and manta rays darting away under your boat or board. Should be a 2-mile roundtrip from the dock around the island.

AREA: Mill Valley. BEST TIDE: Flood 3 CORTE MADERA CREEK Paddle from the public dock next to the Marin Rowing Association boathouse; veer right from the dock, paddling along the creek until you reach the Bon Air Road overpass. This is the turnaround point for the 2-mile round-trip. You can go farther up the creek at high tide. AREA: Larkspur. BEST TIDE: Flood

Intermediate Paddles 1 TOMALES BAY–NICK’S COVE TO HOG ISLAND Start at Nick’s Cove from the Marin parks boat ramp for the 2-mile round-trip paddle out and around Hog Island. Tomales Bay delivers wildlife galore, in and on the water — from birds to seals, you will see it all. Finish up with a dozen oysters at Nick’s Cove Restaurant and Oyster Bar. AREA: Marshall.

BEST TIDE: Ebb 2 CONE ROCK Start at Schoonmaker Beach and paddle 1.1 miles (2.2 miles round-trip) directly across to Tiburon/ Belvedere, to a rock structure with an indicator light on it (the only one). The high point is threading your way through the anchor-out boats in Richardson Bay. AREA: Sausalito. BEST TIDE: Flood 3 MARIN ISLANDS Start at 101 Surf Sports in San Rafael to enjoy a wonderful 5.5-mile paddle from the dock to the San Rafael Creek/Canal.

Look for West Marin Island first, then East Marin Island; go between the islands or paddle the total distance around East Marin Island.

Be mindful of the wind and tide at this location. AREA: San Rafael.

BEST TIDE: Flood

Expert Paddles 1 ANGEL ISLAND ROUND-TRIP FROM SAUSALITO About 9.5 miles from Schoonmaker Beach in Sausalito, a circumnavigation of Angel Island will provide spectacular views of the bay. The best time to attempt this is early in the morning when the wind is light.

AREA: Sausalito. BEST TIDE: Flood 2 SAUSALITO TO YELLOW BLUFF Start this 5-mile round-trip paddle by setting your sights on the Spinnaker Restaurant. Stay close to the Sausalito Yacht Club, duck under the ramp at the ferry dock and head toward the Golden Gate Bridge; past the Water Treatment Plant, a small point will appear — that's Yellow Bluff.

AREA: Sausalito. BEST TIDE: Flood 3 FORT BAKER TO MILL VALLEY DOG PARK This round-trip paddle of more than 10 miles launches from Horseshoe Cove at Fort Baker.

Leave the cove and head left, passing Yellow Bluff and downtown Sausalito and entering Richardson Bay. Pass under the Highway 101 overpass where the bay narrows at the dog park. AREA: Sausalito. BEST TIDE: Flood 4 BOLINAS TO STINSON BEACH A 3-mile shore-to-shore paddle. Launch in Bolinas at the end of Brighton Avenue and veer left, staying outside the surf line. Enjoy the cruise past the Seadrift community, keeping the end of Stinson Beach in your sights. Make your landing at the Stinson Beach lifeguard tower.

AREA: Stinson Beach. BEST TIDE: Flood-Slack

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AREA: San Rafael DOWNWIND PADDLE ON TOMALES BAY Long known as a very windy place in the summer, Tomales Bay delivers some epic conditions for downwind padding.

The Tomales downwinder run starts at Nick’s Cove in Marshall and finishes at Marconi Cove. It's about a 5-mile downwind ride that pumps out endless chop and bump riding. Always paddle with a buddy or a group: remember, you need a ride back up the highway after your downwind run, and paddling with a buddy makes car shuttling much easier.

AREA: Marshall

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for a paddle, and check in on your return • Know before you go; check conditions, tides and intended route

WHAT TO BRING • Hat/Visor • Sunscreen (apply liberally) • Cellphone in waterproof case

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WHERE TO RENT 101 Surf Sports Located right on the San Rafael Canal/Creek. Extensive line of rentals available. Explore the calm waters of San Rafael Canal all the way to San Pablo Bay. 101surfsports.com Bluerush Boardsports Visit Bluerush at its new location in downtown Sausalito next door to Cibo, right across the street from the Turney Boat Ramp. Fun, easy-to-ride stand-up paddleboards are available for rent right from the shop and, during weekends, on the beach at nearby Bar Bocce. bluerushboardsports.com Sea Trek In Sausalito at a new Bay Model location. Rent a stand-up paddleboard or a kayak and take an easy paddle onto Richardson Bay. seatrek.com SAN FRANCISCO BAY TIDES EXPLAINED Flood Tide When the bay is filling up, also known as an incoming tide — low tide to high tide.

Ebb Tide When the bay has an outgoing tide — high tide to low tide.

Slack Tide/Water Tidal Current has near zero movement.

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THE STATS 18 holes, par-72. Four sets of tees: 6,948 / 6,568 / 5,846 / 5,219 yards. Architect: Jack Berry and Johnny Miller (1991).

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THE STATS 18 holes, par-72. Three sets of tees: 6,374 / 5,931 / 5,281 yards. Architect: Robert Nyberg (1958).

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THE STATS 18 holes, par-70/71. Three sets of tees: 6,150 / 5,788 / 4,862 yards. Architect: Robin Nelson (renovation).

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THE STATS 9 holes, par-36/72. Three sets of tees: 2,893 / 2,506 / 1,983 yards (9 holes); 5,786 / 5,012 / 3,966 yards (18 holes). Architect: Alister MacKenzie (1928). 707.865.1116, northwoodgolf.com Kodak Hole The scenic approach shot into No. 5, a par-5 with the characteristic MacKenzie bunkers surrounding the green.Â

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THE STATS 18 holes, par-71. Five sets of tees: 6,261 / 6,101 / 5,792 / 5,126 / 4,828 yards. Architect: William F. Bell (1960); Forrest Richardson (renovation). 415.453.4940, peacockgapgolfclub.com Kodak Hole The 176-yard, par-3, No. 6 hole.

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THE STATS 18 holes, par-72. Three sets of tees: 6,422 / 6,101 / 5,306 yards. Architect: Robert Wood Johnstone (1895) and William McEwan (1910); Fowler and Simpson (1921).

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Kodak Hole You won’t want to miss the view behind the fairway bunker between No. 9 and No. 10 with the San Francisco landscape as a backdrop.

8 San Geronimo Golf Course

THE STATS 18 holes, par-72. Five sets of tees: 6,801 / 6,442 / 6,003 / 5,140 / 2,825 yards. Architect: A. Vernon McKahn (1967); Robert Muir Graves (renovation). 415.488.4030, golfsangeronimo.com Kodak Hole The No. 18 is gorgeous with a view of the pond, green and the Marin hills in the background.

9 The Course at Wente Vineyards

THE STATS 18 holes, par-72. Five sets of tees: 7,181 / 6,840 / 6,266 / 5,637 / 4,866 yards. Architect: Greg Norman (1998).

925.456.2477, wentevineyards.com/course Kodak Hole No. 7 overlooking the valley and vineyards.

10 The Links at Bodega Harbour

THE STATS 18 holes, par-70. Four sets of tees: 6,290, / 5,907 / 5,476 / 4,801 yards. Architect: Robert Trent Jones Jr. (1977).

707.875.9680, bodegaharbourgolf.com Kodak Hole Back tee at No. 5 treats golfers to an expansive view of Bodega Bay and the Pacific Ocean.

11 TPC Harding Park

THE STATS 18 holes, par-72. Four sets of tees: 7,169 / 6,845 / 6,405 / 5,875 yards. Architect: Willie Watson and Sam Whiting (1925) / Sandy Tatum (2005 remodel). 415.664.4690, tpc.com/hardingpark Kodak Hole Tee box at No. 18 overlooking Lake Merced with clubhouse in background. Stop here to reflect on this unique municipal course and the access to golf that it provides.

12 Windsor Golf Club

THE STATS 18 holes, par-72. Four sets of tees: 6,621 / 6,143 / 5,591 / 5,050 yards. Architect: Fred Bliss (1989). 707.838.7888, windsorgolf.com Kodak Hole The par-3 13th hole is challenging and requires a tee shot over water.

13 Yocha Dehe Golf Club

THE STATS 18 holes, par-72. Seven sets of tees: 7,337 / 6,907 / 6,449 / 5,937 / 6,449 / 5,937 / 5,426 yards. Architect: Brad Bell (2008).

530.796.4653, yocha-de-hegolfclub.com Kodak Hole From the elevated tee at No. 1 or on No. 18 approaching the clubhouse.

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Looking West

Wild Beaches

Beyond Stinson and Bolinas exist a bevy of wild beaches that turn a typical day on the sand into a truly memorable coastal adventure. Whether you’re looking to hike, tide-pool or simply relax with your family, these five littoral treasures — located within Tomales Bay State Park and Point Reyes National Seashore — are uniquely tailored to visitor needs.

1 Abbotts Lagoon Beach An hour walk through coastal shrubs, past two jewel-like lagoons and sandy dunes — the well-protected home of the snowy plover shorebird — culminates at this seaside spread, ideal for bird-watching during migratory seasons.

IF YOU GO Free parking.Restrooms at parking lot. 1.5-mile walk to beach. No dogs, no bikes, no horses.

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2 Heart’s Desire Ideal for family fun, this Tomales Bay beach is fully equipped with amenities for picnics, as well as easy parking. Bring the kids to the sandy stretch for a day of swimming and sunshine.

IF YOU GO $8 parking.

Restrooms, picnic tables, charcoal grills and drinking fountains. No dogs.

3 Kehoe Beach Kehoe’s seemingly never-ending shores are supplemented by an equally ample maze of sand dunes ideal for exploring and privacy. Be sure to check out the Laird Sandstone and the granite cliffs at the north end of the beach.

IF YOU GO Free parking along Pierce Point Road. Restrooms near trailhead.

0.6-mile walk to beach. Leashed dogs permitted north of the trailhead.

4 Wildcat Beach The nearly 6-mile hike to the ocean means this area stays quiet, and an accompanying campground makes an overnight an appealing option.

Be sure to walk to Alamere Falls.

IF YOU GO Free parking at Palomarin trailhead. Restrooms, picnic tables, water faucets and charcoal grills at Wildcat Camp.

5.5-mile walk to beach. No dogs.

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5 Shell Beach Stroll down the wooded path to reach this two-part Tomales Bay beach.

Shell One is a bit larger and a favorite of families; cross the bridge and follow the uphill path to reach Shell Two, a popular stop-off for kayakers.

IF YOU GO Free parking in lot (end of Camino del Mar). Restrooms at Shell One and Two. 0.5-mile walk to beach. No dogs.

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It’s hard to imagine, on those warm summer days when Stinson Beach is packed with hordes of fog-fleeing San Franciscans, that we locals have this glorious stretch of sand to ourselves most of the year. Stinson is always there for us, challenging us to withstand its wind, daring us to endure its fog and, on its most seductive days, tempting us to bask in the brilliance of its sun.

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