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Overview
Located in the town of Inverness, Marshall Beach is situated on the shores of Tomales Bay in the northern part of Point Reyes National Seashore. Marshall Beach has a nice campground and is a popular destination for kayaking. Marshall Beach welcomes dogs if brought in by boat and offers a few amenities including restrooms and a boat-in campground that does not provide drinking water and all human waste must be carried out of it.
Activities
There are a couple of fun activities at Marshall Beach including kayaking, boating, hiking, and mountain biking.
Parking
Getting to Marshall Beach is easy – after you get off of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, drive down to the end of Marshall Beach Road to a free parking area north of Tomales Bay State Park right next to a trailhead. After parking, you must hike north for a mile to reach Marshall Beach. The beach can also be accessed through water – visitors can rent a boat or kayak from Nick’s Cove and Lawson’s Landing Beach.
Attractions
If you are looking for nearby attractions, you can drive 50 minutes to many options near Marshall Beach. Sonoma County Fairgrounds offers a horse-racing track, jockey club, carnival rides, several open-air amphitheaters. It hosts many annual events including the Sonoma County Fair, The Harmony Festival, and The Sonoma Valley Harvest Fair – a wine festival with a grape stomping contest. The famous road course Sonoma Raceway plays host to many annual racing events including the NASCAR Cup Series, the IndyCar Series, the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series, and the American Federation of Motorcyclists series. Scandia Family Fun Center is an awesome amusement park featuring many rides including a pirate ship swing, train ride, merry-go-round swings, horse carousel, go-karts, and bumper cars. Another great attraction near Marshall Beach is Saint Teresa of Avila Church that has been the setting for Alfred Hitchcock’s 1963 film, The Birds.
Restaurants
If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a 30-minute drive of Marshall Beach. The seafood restaurant Fishetarian Fish Market features seafood items, chips, bacon, sandwiches, beer, and picnic tables. William Tell House features onion rings, chowder, French fries, live music, and an outdoor patio setting. Another good restaurant near Marshall Beach is Drakes Sonoma Coast that was mentioned in "Top 10 Fine Dining Restaurants" by Sonoma County Tourism.
Hotels
If you are looking for a hotel near Marshall Beach, you can drive 40 minutes to many nearby hotels. The upscale Mediterranean-style and pet-friendly 4-Star hotel Sonoma Coast Villa features a pool, spa, restaurant, miniature golf course, and hiking tours. Bodega Coast Inn & Suites is a 3-Star waterfront hotel that welcomes pets and offers canoeing, diving, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, snorkeling, and windsurfing tours. If you are looking for a budget-friendly hotel near Marshall Beach, the 2-Star Good Nite Inn Rohnert Park Sonoma County has a nice pool.
(415) 464-5100
Restroom Available
Sunrise - Sunset
Beige
Parking Available
Amenities
Dogs
Restrooms
Activities
Bike Paths
Camping
Hiking
Nude
Rentals
Bikes
Fishing Boats
Kayaking Canoeing
Food
Access
Car Access
Parking - Free
Parking - Street
Public Bus Stop
Features
Top Traveler Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!
Does Marshall Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.
Does Marshall Beach have lifeguards?
No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is Marshall Beach a family-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is Marshall Beach good for swimming?
No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.
Does Marshall Beach have restrooms?
Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.
Is Marshall Beach a nude beach?
Yes, this Beach is known for being a nude beach, providing a liberating experience for those seeking clothing-optional sunbathing and swimming.
Is there food near Marshall Beach?
No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.
What are the activities at Marshall Beach?
Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Bike Paths, Camping, Hiking, Nude.
Does Marshall Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?
No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is Marshall Beach a dog-friendly beach?
Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!
Is Marshall Beach good for surfing?
No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.
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