Nearby Activities

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Art Galleries

West Marin is home to several well-known artists. Our guest rooms feature beautiful paintings and photographic art by West Marin artists  Richard Blair and Kathleen Goodwin and Birgit O'Connor. 

Art by other local artists can be viewed in nearby art galleries such as Gallery Route One  located in Point Reyes Station.

Birding

The   Point Reyes National Seashore offers some of the finest birding in the United States. More than 70,000 acres of habitat harbor an incredible variety of bird life. Nearly 490 avian species have been observed in the park and on adjacent waters. Birds of Point Reyes.  You can stay at the Resort, relax in a beach chair overlooking Tomales Bay and enjoy sedentary bird watching.

Beaches

If you are ready to get your feet in some ocean beach sand there are several beaches in the park: Beaches.  A Resort guest favorite is Limantour Beach located about 10 miles from the Resort. Enjoy a long walk on Limantour Beach looking for sand dollars and seashells, or take nap in the sand dunes lulled to sleep by listening to the crashing waves and seagulls.

Bookstore

Visit our local independent bookstore, Point Reyes Books, located in Point Reyes Station.  They carry a vast array of local bird books and history as well as a nice armchair vacation read. 

The Resort also has a "take one, leave one" bookcase located in the front office.

Cycling

Marin County, and in particular, Point Reyes and West Marin, is famous for the abundant selection of both road and mountain biking terrain. A few of the well-known road cycling challenges are the Marshall Wall, Ridgecrest Boulevard and Fairfax/Bolinas Road.  Bolinas Ridge and Fir Top Pine Mountain are fan favorites. Samuel P. Taylor Park, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Marin Municipal Water District lands and the Point Reyes National Seashore are home to miles of trails.

Golfing

Indian Valley Golf Club is about 20 miles from the Resort and nestled in the rolling hills of Indian Valley. This popular course provides challenges for players of all skill levels among scenic woodlands. 

Holes: 18 | Par: 72 | Yardage: 7,205

Hiking and Walking

With thousands of acres located in six nearby park systems and monuments, the options for exploring trails are endless.  Choose a simple nature walk, or a more scenic hike throughout the park.



Ask for a recommendation and Park trail map upon check in.

Horseback Riding

Five Brooks Ranch offers an array of services for anyone who wants to enjoy the beauty and splendor of the Point Reyes Seashore National Park in the company of horses. With professional led guided trail rides, they can help you have the time of your life experiencing the trails of the seashore.  Five Brooks Horse Ranch

Kayaking

Tomales Bay Expeditions is located onsite at the Tomales Bay Resort.  The knowledgeable owners of this local business, Cooper and Brett, will be happy to take your reservation for a kayak rental, tour or special event during your stay or visit at the Resort.

Lighthouse

The Historic Point Reyes Lighthouse is located on the tip of the Point Reyes Peninsula. Originally built in 1870 and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this popular destination is the best place to view whale migration. Located on a jutting cliff side, the lighthouse offers a stunning visual tableau, as well as an unusual physical challenge - more than 300 steps leading down to the lighthouse. It is easy enough going down, but it is like climbing a 30-story building coming back up!

Pacific Ocean

Crashing waves, soft rolling waves and memorable sunsets. The Point Reyes peninsula is surrounded on three sides by the Pacific Ocean.  There are several beaches and overlooks to see the Pacific Ocean.  Gaze for hours from atop a cliff overlooking the ocean or from your own private sand dune, you will surely be mesmerized by the miles and miles of the stunning Pacific Ocean.

Redwoods

Muir Woods National Monument became the 7th National Monument on 1908.  Located about 28 miles from the Resort, Muir Woods is situated in an isolated canyon and is home to ancient coast redwoods. Some trees are 1,000 years old and towering 260 feet high. A smaller redwood tree park, Samuel P. Taylor Park, is about 10 miles from the Resort and offers hiking trails and picnic sites.

Shopping

Point Reyes is known for locally produced award-winning cheese, oysters, and organic farming. Many local companies have received awards for their delicious farm fresh products. Enjoy browsing in the local stores and you'll be sure to find the perfect keepsake of this area whether it may be art, jewelry, or a simple T-shirt.

Tide Pooling

Explore the microcosms of ocean life left behind when the tide recedes from the beach creating little marine worlds among the rocks. Best tide pooling zones are up at McClure's Beach and down at Sculptured Beach. Arrive an hour or so before low tide for best viewing of mussels, barnacles, sea stars, limpets, sea anemones, crabs, snails and countless other creatures.

Whale Watching

Some Gray Whales begin their southern migration to Baja California from Alaskan waters in October and don't return to Alaska until June.  However, here at Point Reyes National Seashore, the peak of the southern migration usually occurs in mid-January and that of the northern migration in mid-March. Late April and early May afford visitors the best opportunity to see California Gray Whales close to shore.

Wildflowers

Usually the looping path at Chimney Rock is overrun by blooming wildflowers from the end of April through early summer. After the rains of Spring, flowers can't wait to enjoy the sunshine. Poppies, lupines, mission bells, sagebrush, buttercups, coast fiddlenecks...the list is endless and with so many regions of various types (marshland, grassland, redwoods, etc.) to investigate, you'll need an extra day or two to see them all.

Wildlife Excursions

The  Point Reyes National Seashore boasts some of the most diverse wildlife viewing opportunities in the country. Point Reyes Safaris offer excursions for wildlife viewing or photography, visiting the lighthouse, the famous Cypress Tree Tunnel, scenic and historical sites, or for long guided hikes.

Wine

Less than two hours away, you'll find award-winning wineries in Healdsburg and Sonoma. Rustic hospitality at small family-run wineries and internationally heralded wine houses invite you to explore your own way.  For something new and interesting, try the local Heidrun Meadery that produces naturally sparkling varietal meads (wine made from honey rather than grapes) using the traditional French Methode Champenoise.

Oysters

There are numerous nearby locations to find local oysters.  These two locations on the opposite side of Tomales Bay (off Highway One) offer DIY oysters straight from their farm:  Hog Island Oyster Co., and Tomales Bay Oyster Co.  If you want someone to open your oysters, you'll find oysters on just about every menu in the local restaurants.

Zen

Spirit Rock Meditation Center is located in nearby San Geronimo Valley, just minutes away, and offers classes, lectures, and guided meditation for those interested in Buddhist thought and practice.

Saturday Farmer's Market

Filled with home-grown produce and community fun, the Point Reyes Farmers Market is the only all local, all certified organic produce market in the wider Bay Area.

Held at Toby’s Feed Barn in downtown Point Reyes Station, the market is set in one of the most beautiful locations in the Bay Area. Enjoy live music and chef demonstrations every week — you’ll be guaranteed a day of great food and family fun.

(Closed during the winter months)