Sausalito is a city in southern Marin at the base of the Golden Gate Bridge across the straight from San Francisco. It’s known for its Richardson Bay houseboat enclaves, built by artist squatters after World War II.  The Bay Model Visitor Center hosts a working hydraulic model of the San Francisco Bayand Sacramento - San Joaquin River Delta System.  

For maritime excursions, both SF Bay Adventures & Schooner Freda B and Call of the Sea's Brigantine Matthew Turner also depart from Sausalito for a variety of bay cruises.  For more hands-on adventure, Sea Trek Kayak & SUP has rentals, classes and exciting tours for all ages!  Or if you want to take a leisurely ride on the bay, or peddle with a group of friends, check out Sausalito Boat Rentals!  And be sure to check out Eria Cafe for a variety of meal options, along with breathtaking views of the bay. 

For visitor information and maps on the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Headlands stop by the Marin Headlands Visitor Center at Fort Barry in Sausalito.  And to feel like you are walking on water, don't forget to check out Point Bonita Lighthouse, which has an intesting history and is still active today.