What to do and see in Marin County, Marin County: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

October 19, 2021 Kandra Bartel

Some say it’s different, but residents of Marin County like their home that way. We’re betting you will too! Nestled between San Francisco and the Napa Valley, Marin County includes the cities of Tiburon, San Anselmo, San Rafael and Corte Madera.

Activities in Marin County include the highly anticipated Concours d’Elegance, a festival of pre-1978 vehicles and British Sports Cars. Held at the Marin County Fairgrounds in May, the event features a wine-tasting, fine food and “The Drive,” a parade of classic cars winding their way through the scenic back roads of Marin and neighboring Sonoma Counties ending with a lunch reception in San Rafael. In July, be sure to head to the Marin County Fair and in August hit the San Rafael Food and Wine Festival. Treat yourself to some of the world-renowned local wine and watch the sun go down over the hills.

Of course, there’s no shortage of natural beauty in Marin County. Beach lovers will enjoy Stinson Beach or Point Reyes National Seashore where wildlife abounds. Here you just might spot some Elephant Seals or Tule Elk among the rugged terrain or, from Point Reyes Lighthouse, catch a glimpse of a pod of whales. Go butterfly or bird watching and enjoy the many natural wonders of California’s Northern Coast.

For some, no vacation would be complete without a round of golf. If you’re a golf aficionado, Marin County will not disappoint you. The area boasts several public and private courses in a variety of settings, including San Geronimo Golf Course. Situated on 150 acres of stunning landscape, this is a challenging course designed to test your game! Or, try the StoneTree Golf Club, a daily fee, 18-hole championship course. If hiking is more your style, check out Angel Island State Park. Accessible only by ferry, Angel Island offers spectacular views of most of the Bay Area, including San Francisco. Fishing more your style? Try McNear’s Beach Pier in San Rafael.


Restaurants in Marin County

1. Sea Trek Ocean Kayak and Sup

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5.0 based on 51 reviews

Sea Trek Ocean Kayak and Sup

We are the premier Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle Board Center in San Francisco and Marin. We have been safely leading trips and renting kayaks and Stand Up Paddle Boards for over 30 years. Come on down to our Location at The Bay Model Visitor's Center. We are open for rentals daily. We offer Kayaking and Stand Up Paddling trips, classes, lessons and Stand Up Paddle Yoga.

2. Point Reyes Outdoors

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Point Reyes Outdoors

Our love of the wilderness and sincere desire to share our knowledge and understanding of nature inspired us to create Point Reyes Outdoors. PRO is dedicated to environmental stewardship, building community relationships and providing our clients with the finest tours and classes possible. We offer kayak tours, stand-up paddleboard rentals, guided hikes, and multiday adventures in the beautiful Point Reyes National Seashore.

3. Captain Chuck's Charters

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Captain Chuck's Charters

Captain Chuck's Charters offers private sailing tours on San Francisco Bay. Captain Chuck is a Coast Guard Licensed Master Mariner with 40+ years experience sailing bay and coastal waters. Enjoy spectacular views of the Sausalito and San Francisco waterfronts, Alcatraz, Angel Island. Perfect for celebrating a special occasion or creating one. Two beautiful yachts to choose from. Tour includes snacks and beverages and can accommodate up to six passengers. Convenient free parking.

4. SF Bay Adventures

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5.0 based on 22 reviews

SF Bay Adventures

Welcome to SF Bay Adventures the local boating, event and adventure resource for the San Francisco Bay. Our headquarters are located across the Golden Gate Bridge, on the beautiful and historic Sausalito waterfront. SF Bay Adventures has served locals and visitors for over a decade with the most diverse fleet of sail and motor yachts on the San Francisco Bay. Our fleet includes rigid hull inflatable zodiacs, scow schooners, custom built performance catamarans, luxury vintage and contemporary motor yachts, classic wooden boats,historic tall ships, Large floating banquet rooms, Grand Banks, Beneteau, Hanse 350, just to name a few.... Our boats board in Sausalito, San Francisco, Tiburon, East Bay and Angel Island.Our services include:Full Event Coordination for Nautical and Land based events, Marine Film and Special Event Coordination,Custom Corporate Team building Programs,Educational Programs for all ages,Professional Ash Scatterings, Sea Burials and Memorials

5. Fine Day For Sailing

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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Fine Day For Sailing

Heather Richard is US Coast Guard licensed captain of the yacht Carodon for private charter. Interested in classic schooners or racing catamarans? Teak or carbon fiber? A gentle cruise or a rip-roaring ride? Lessons or private coaching? Event spectating, sightseeing, whalewatching, crabbing or sipping wine on the Bay... Captain Heather can book you a fine day of sailing on San Francisco Bay.

6. Schooner Freda B

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Schooner Freda B

The Schooner Freda B sails out of historic downtown Sausalito, CA. This beautiful 80 foot schooner hosts a myriad of public sails; local history, Giants Games in McCovey Cove, ecological, sunset and city lights sails, to name just a few. The Schooner Freda B offers a local beers and wines bar. We are also well regarded for epicurean private sails, like our lobster feed on Angel Island, Giants Games in McCovey Cove, wine club tastings and corporate team building on the magnificent San Francisco Bay. San Francisco departures available.

7. Captain Kirk's San Francisco Sailing - Tours

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5.0 based on 224 reviews

Captain Kirk's San Francisco Sailing - Tours

Sailing charters on San Francisco Bay. Private, customized trips leaving from San Francisco, Sausalito or Oakland for 3-4 hour tours of the bay. Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge, past Alcatraz Island, and view wildlife up close and personal. Hands-on participation encouraged. Sailing lessons included at no extra cost. All this on a 50-foot sailing yacht with your own private captain & crew. From 2 - 24 passengers. We shoot for "Best Day Ever" with all of our trips. In business for 17 years. We would love to share the beauty of San Francisco Bay with you. Please call or email to discuss options.

8. Tomales Bay Sailing

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Tomales Bay Sailing

Tomales Bay Sailing offers custom sailing tours on Tomales Bay aboard a 22 foot catamaran.

9. Blue Waters Kayaking

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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Blue Waters Kayaking

Rentals, Classes, & Tours Adventures on Tomales Bay, Drakes Estero, Lake Sonoma, the Colorado River, Baja, & Beyond! Naturalist-led tours, oyster tours, overnight camping, events and parties for individuals and companies, weeklong youth camps, beginning and advanced classes, hot springs adventures, take away rentals, & drop off rentals are just a few of our offerings. Take a break from "civilization" and explore the natural world with us by kayak, SUP, or canoe. Since 1984 Blue Waters has also led trips to Baja, Mexico including Sea of Cortez island expeditions and incredible whale watching from Laguna San Ignacio base camp. Just an hour north of San Francisco in the Point Reyes National Seashore, wilderness kayaking experiences await you

10. Cat Ballou Sailing

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Cat Ballou Sailing

Cat Ballou is a luxury sailing catamaran. She comes with 2 Coast Guard licensed crew, and can accommodate up to 12 passengers. We sail out of Sausalito. A tour on Cat Ballou lasts 3-4 hours, and takes you under the golden gate and bay bridges, past Alcatraz. Hands on participation is encouraged. Your party is the only party on the boat.

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