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Jean and John Starkweather Shoreline Park is a narrow strip of parkland (no amenities) in east San Rafael that stretches for three miles along the bayshore, past residences and a marsh. A section of the Bay Trail travels the edge of the park, offering plentiful bird-watching and unobstructed views of the Richmond–San Rafael Bridge and West and East...
Jean and John Starkweather Shoreline Park is a narrow strip of parkland (no amenities) in east San Rafael that stretches for three miles along the bayshore, past residences and a marsh. A section of the Bay Trail travels the edge of the park, offering plentiful bird-watching and unobstructed views of the Richmond–San Rafael Bridge and West and East Marin Islands.
Nearby Pickleweed Park is a 25-acre expanse of marsh with a picnic area and barbecues, a playground (some structures are accessible), and a grassy field. A loop trail of less than .5 miles encircles the ball field and follows the southern shore of San Rafael Creek near its outlet into San Rafael Bay. A community center and library are at the park's southwest corner.
Nearby Pickleweed Park is a 25-acre expanse of marsh with a picnic area and barbecues, a playground (some structures are accessible), and a grassy field. A loop trail of less than .5 miles encircles the ball field and follows the southern shore of San Rafael Creek near its outlet into San Rafael Bay. A community center and library are at the park's southwest corner.
Trail/Pathway Details
Bay Trail
Trailhead: Spinnaker Point Drive
Length: 1-2 total miles
Typical Width: 4 ft. & above
Typical Grade: Level
Terrain: Hard
Description
At Shoreline Park, the trail runs along the Bay’s edge for about three-quarters of a mile before it turns inland to a junction offering three options. Along this stretch are two wooden platforms with benches where you can watch shorebirds and take in views across the Bay. Residents from the nearby housing appear to take lunch breaks here....view full description
Accessibility Details
The facilities listed below meet all of our access criteria unless otherwise noted.
Accessible Parking: Yes
Accessible Restroom: Yes
At Pickleweed Park
View of Richmond-San Rafael Bridge from Pickleweed Park (Paul Church)
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Additional Information
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| Website: | www.cityofsanrafael.org |
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| Managing Agency: | City of San Rafael |
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| Nearest City: | San Rafael |
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| Phone: | (415) 485-3333 |
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| Hours: | Sunrise to sunset |
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| Fees: | None |
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| Dogs: | On leash |
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| Public Transportation: | Marin Transit |
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Reviewed by Bonnie Lewkowicz, December 4, 2013
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