Playful Escapades in Marin: A Guide to Kid-Friendly Outdoor Adventures

Posted Wednesday, February 14, 2024 by MCVB Staff

Marin is a Californian gem located just north of San Francisco where land and aquatic adventures await at every turn. From towering redwoods to shimmering shores, this guide is your ticket to thrilling kid activities...[Read More]

Marin’s Top Waterfall Hikes

Posted Wednesday, January 31, 2024 by MCVB Staff

The rainy season has finally hit Marin and the county’s highest peak—Mount Tamalpais—recorded a whopping 34 inches of precipitation from the first big storm of the season. For nature lovers, the big rainfall means great...[Read More]

Paddling Marin

Posted Wednesday, November 22, 2023 by MCVB Staff

Interested in trying the hot new sport of stand-up paddleboarding (SUP for short)? There's no better place to learn and rent boards than 101 Surf Sports in San Rafael. The expansive paddlesports shop and rental center...[Read More]

The Coastal Trail

Posted Wednesday, November 15, 2023 by MCVB Staff

The Marin Headlands are a perfect destination for hiking any time of year. In the fall and early winter, when the weather is moody and mixed, there's no better place to take in refreshing Pacific...[Read More]

Challenge Yourself: Try a New Sport in Marin

Posted Wednesday, August 16, 2023 by MCVB Staff

By John Egan

No matter the time of year, Marin County delivers an array of outdoor opportunities, from attending concerts to strolling along beautiful beaches to hiking the area’s many trails....[Read More]

Visit the Wild-est Side of Marin County

Posted Friday, February 17, 2023 by MCVB Staff

TOTAL IMMERSION IN MARIN COUNTY’S WILD-EST SIDE

A trip to Marin County can be a wildlife safari adventure and being just a short drive from San Francisco, it has...[Read More]

5 Off-the-Beaten-Path Hikes in Marin

Posted Wednesday, February 8, 2023 by MCVB Staff

By John Egan

Want to get outdoors but avoid the crowds? Marin County, just one famous bridge away from San Francisco, offers a wealth of breathtaking hiking trails and vistas. From rugged peaks to dazzling waterfalls...[Read More]

Visit The Lodge at Tiburon for Outdoor Adventures

Posted Monday, January 23, 2023 by MCVB Staff

Main County is only a bike or car ride across the Golden Gate Bridge, or for the less adventurous, a relaxing ferry ride from San Francisco’s Embarcadero. Marin’s legendary natural beauty has...[Read More]

The Muir Woods Reservation System, Explained

Posted Monday, January 9, 2023 by MCVB Staff

By Joe Kukura

The famous Marin County redwood forests of Muir Woods are an absolute must-visit for anyone who loves nature. But to keep this national monument pristine, the park instituted a Muir Woods...[Read More]

Guide to Marin County's Most Exotic Wildlife

Posted Monday, January 2, 2023 by MCVB Staff

By Megan Eileen McDonough

It’s no secret that Marin County has some pretty fantastic viewpoints, but did you know that it is also home to some of the world’s rarest living species? It’s true! While...[Read More]

Breathtaking, Advanced-Level Hikes in Marin

Posted Wednesday, September 14, 2022 by MCVB Staff

By Joe Kukura

Northern California’s famed Marin County is a can’t-miss destination for weekend hikers, with an unrivaled natural landscape of mountains, trails and open spaces, many with unbeatable views of the mighty Pacific Ocean.

Experienced hikers...[Read More]

5 Outdoor Activities in Marin After Dark

Posted Monday, January 3, 2022 by MCVB Staff

By John Egan

In Marin County, nighttime and sunrise can be just the right time to explore the outdoors, thanks to the area’s mild—but a bit nippy—after-dark weather. And as luck would have it, a number of...[Read More]

LGBT Traveler's Guide to Marin County

Posted Monday, September 13, 2021 by MCVB Staff

By Joe Kukura

San Francisco may be known as the world’s gay mecca, but there’s a well-kept LGBTQ travel secret on the “sunny side of the Golden Gate Bridge.” Marin County is sort of the backyard...[Read More]

A Camping Guide to Marin County

Posted Monday, September 6, 2021 by MCVB Staff

By Megan Eileen McDonough

When it comes to campsites, Marin County has you covered (literally). Home to towering redwood trees, quaint beaches dotting the coast and exotic wildlife that goes for miles, there's a trail...[Read More]

How to Release Your Inner Child in Marin

Posted Monday, July 19, 2021 by MCVB Staff

By Megan Eileen McDonough

If there was ever a place to release your inner child, Marin is it. The county has much to offer in terms of fascinating history, immersive culture and wind-in-your-hair...[Read More]