Nick's Cove(Miller Boat Launch (Miller Park))
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Overview
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Activities
Parking
Attractions
Restaurants
Hotels
Located in the town of Marshall, Nick’s Cove has a small beach situated on the east shore of Tomales Bay and is a part of a park-boat ramp facility named Miller Boat Launch across Point Reyes Peninsula. Miller Boat Launch provides rented boats and kayaks to beachgoers visiting other boat-in camping beaches on Tomales Bay. Also known as Miller Park, Nick’s Cove is a family-friendly beach and a well-known destination for boating, kayaking, and fishing.
Nick’s Cove welcomes dogs on leash offers many amenities including a boat launch, fishing pier, small restaurant-bar, and rented beachfront cottages.
There are many fun activities at Nick’s Cove including kayaking, boating, canoeing, and fishing.
Getting to Nick’s Cove is very easy – the beach is situated at 23240 Highway 1 and there is free parking available at the restaurant adjacent to the beach. There is also a paid overnight parking lot at Nick’s Cove, especially for boaters and kayakers.
If you are looking for nearby attractions, you can drive 25 minutes to many options near Nick’s Cove. 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 Nick’s Cove is Saint Teresa of Avila Church that has been the setting for Alfred Hitchcock’s 1963 film, The Birds.
If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a 15-minute drive of Nick’s Cove. 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 Nick’s Cove is Drakes Sonoma Coast that was mentioned in "Top 10 Fine Dining Restaurants" by Sonoma County Tourism.
If you are looking for a hotel near Nick’s Cove, you can drive 20 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 Nick’s Cove, the 2-Star Good Nite Inn Rohnert Park Sonoma County has a nice pool.
Basic Details
(415) 499-6387
386 meters
Entry Fee
Restroom Available
24 / 7
BeigeGray
Parking Available
All Amenities at Nick's Cove
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Boat Ramp
Dogs
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Fishing
Rentals
Bikes
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Kayaking Canoeing
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Parking - Free
Features
Nick's Cove - Beach Map
Top Traveler Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Nick's Cove have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
Nick's Cove provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.
Does Nick's Cove have lifeguards?
No, Nick's Cove does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach – please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is Nick's Cove a family-friendly beach?
Nick's Cove is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is Nick's Cove good for swimming?
Nick's Cove is not generally considered a good swimming beach.
Does Nick's Cove have restrooms?
Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at Nick's Cove.
Is Nick's Cove a nude beach?
No, Nick's Cove maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near Nick's Cove?
Nick's Cove has multiple restaurant options near or on the beach.
What are the activities at Nick's Cove?
Nick's Cove is a good place to Fishing
Does Nick's Cove have accommodations for people with disabilities?
Nick's Cove does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is Nick's Cove a dog-friendly beach?
Yes, bring your dog with you to Nick's Cove!
Is Nick's Cove good for surfing?
Nick's Cove is not generally considered to be good for surfing.
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