Marin County Parks

Parks & Preserves

Looking up into redwood tree canopy

Parks &
Preserves

Hike, bike, ride, paddle, swim, play. There are 17,500 beautiful acres to explore. Find fun things to do in Marin County's 39 parks and 34 open space preserves.

Discover & Learn

Yellow flower

Discover &
Learn

Naturalist notes look for quails and fence lizards. 
Rangers recommend trails near scenic wetlands.

Projects & Plans

Detail from Stafford Lake Master Plan

Projects &
Plans

Parks is working to reduce fire risk, and more. Check out habitat restorationroad and trail, and park improvements.

Calendar

What's Happening Now

Free passenger vehicle parking at McNears, Paradise, and Stafford Lake parks, as well as Black Point and Miller boat launches.
Limited parking at Paradise Beach. Arrive early; consider car-pooling. Respect signs posted at entry when lot is full.
Overnight parking at Miller Boat Launch requires a permit. Boat-in campers leave a copy of your National Park Service camping permit on your vehicle dashboard.
Sir Francis Drake median re-planting takes place summer through fall. When driving, plan for up to 15 minute delays.
Water line fixed! Swimming pool and restrooms at McNears Beach Park re-open on Wednesday, July 19.
Due to a broken water line, no drinking water at Stafford Lake Park. Porta-potties and hand sanitation stations available.
The end section of McNears Beach Park pier is closed due to damage from winter storms. For safety, respect closure signs.
CEQA public comment period for Bolinas Wye Wetlands Resiliency Project takes place July 5 to August 8.