Where is rodeo beach ca

You can find a map and trail description at AllTrails. For other hikes, stop at the Marin Headlands Visitor Center which is nearby to get ideas from the rangers and pick up maps. The fresh-water lagoon near the beach attracts birds and bird watchers.

Among the species you might see are pelicans, hawks, gulls, herons, ducks, terns, willets, loons, grebes, scooters, sanderlings, and sandpipers. The lagoon is pretty most of the year and you might catch a glimpse of a family of river otters that occasionally visit. But in the summer, algae forms a visible surface scum that is both unattractive and stinky - and it can cause the water quality to plummet to alarming levels.

Rodeo Beach is so close to San Francisco that your nearest alternatives are not in Marin County but in the city.

If you want to try one of them, you'll find all the details in the guides to Baker Beach, China Beach , and Ocean Beach. You won't find any places to eat at the beach. Grab a meal before your visit or bring a picnic. You will find picnic tables near the parking area. There are no entrance fees and no parking fees. There are restrooms at the main northernmost beach parking lot, and they also have outdoor showers.

Dogs are allowed at Rodeo Beach. Rodeo Beach is on national park land, and there are no federal laws against public nudity. That's why part of Rodeo Beach is a nude beach. If that bothers you — or if you want to check it out — find out where it is in the Rodeo Beach nude beach guide.

Because of contamination, the freshwater lagoon is not suitable for swimming. Water quality on the beach is generally good, but if you have concerns, you can check the most recent report card at HealtheBay. To get there, go north across the Golden Gate Bridge and exit just past the north vista point at Alexander Ave.

Turn left onto Conzelman Road and drive up over the hill, following the signs to Rodeo Beach. The drive on Conzelman Road gives some jaw-dropping views, but it's not for anyone with a fear of heights. If that's you or anyone you're traveling with, do this instead: After you get off the highway, turn right onto Alexander Ave, then left onto Bunker Road.

Dogs under reliable voice control meaning Daisy comes immediately when called are allowed off-leash in designated areas. Following are a few to put on your dog-friendly Marin bucket list. Chasing Waves With Your Pup. Photo Credit: Sweetd For water-loving canines, nothing beats fetching a bright yellow tennis ball from the surf and romping full speed ahead on a sandy beach.

Here are a few of our favorite off-leash strands: more ». Make a Splash in Marin. Pee-wee at Muir Beach. Best Ocean Beaches. Welcome to Rodeo Beach!

Rodeo Beach is one of the most popular sites in the Marin Headlands. This dog-friendly beach has unique geology, colorful sand, and is a favorite among surfers. It is also bordered by Rodeo Lagoon. Tips and Highlights. Rodeo Beach can be very crowded on weekends. See below for overflow parking. Swimming in the lagoon is prohibited. It is home to endangered species that are being protected. Currents can be intense. Enter the water at your own discretion. If in doubt, do not swim. There are bathrooms, showers, and a water fountain at the Rodeo Beach parking lot.