Chicken Ranch Beach

Enjoy a peaceful beach with calm waters that warm up in summer.

Rangers Recommend

Relax on a serene beach with beautiful views. Chicken Ranch Beach is part of the coastal ecosystem of Tomales Bay.
Swim or float in welcoming waters.
Pack a picnic; fly a kite.
Launch a kayak into Tomales Bay.
Friendly dogs on leash are welcome.

Activities

Dogs On Leash

Hike

Kayak Canoe

Swim

Amenities

Beach, Benches, Parking, Restroom

Know Before You Go

The entrance to Chicken Ranch Beach from the road is unmarked.
There is no shade. Wear hat and sunscreen. Bring a beach umbrella.
No barbecues, campstoves, or cooking allowed. Pack in your picnic, and pack it all out. Leave no trace.
West Marin weather can change quickly. Pack warm clothes along with a bathing suit.
Marin County Environmental Health Services (EHS) tests water once a week from April 1 through October 31 for California water quality standards for recreational water contact. For details, visit EHS Water Quality Testing [External].

Take a journey to coastal West Marin.

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Directions

Chicken Ranch Beach is located at 13000 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard Inverness. From Highway 101 in Larkspur, take the Sir Francis Drake Boulevard exit, travel 20.4 miles to Olema. Turn right onto Highway 1 and go 2.0 miles. Turn left on Sir Francis Drake and follow 4.7 miles. Drive past the Inverness Yacht Club and the Tomales Bay Resort motel. Look for cars parked on the road after the road bends left past the motel.

Parking

Limited street parking. Please be respectful of local residents.

Public Transit

You can also dial 511 to find out about transit options from your location.

Map

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Respect park rules to make your visit safe and enjoyable.

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Be courteous and respectful of others. Parents and guardians are responsible for helping children observe park rules.
Dogs must be on a leash. Leash must not exceed 6 feet in length.
Individuals accompanying dogs are required to clean up and dispose of pet waste.
Keep the park clean and litter-free. Use garbage cans provided, scoop dog poop, and carry out all your belongings.
Be peaceful. Loud noise and amplified music are not allowed.
No smoking, no fires. No barbecues, campstoves, or cooking.
No alcoholic beverages.
No camping or overnight parking.
No firearms of any kind.
No operating or landing aircraft of any kind, including drones.
Motorized vehicles are not allowed, except Power-Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMD) per Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Permit required for groups of 20 or more people.
Some park locations may require permits for commercial use, including tours, classes, camps, film, or photography. Learn about permit applications.
Do not approach, follow, or feed wildlife.

Always listen to park rangers. Rule violations can result in citation and fines. Read the official Parks regulations: Marin County Municipal Code Title 10.

Location

13000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Inverness, CA

Hours

Open sunrise to sunset.

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