Tomales Bay State Park

The drive from Inverness through Tomales Park to the lighthouse is one of the most beautiful in the world with lots of stopping points along the way to park, get out, and enjoy the view. It looks like plenty of hiking trails too though we stuck to the road other than walking out to South Beach, to look out near lighthouse where we saw the seals far below, and then various short walks near the lighthouse. Just spectacular. Sunny weekday day in mid March was beautiful with hardly anyone around so super easy to park and drive around.

A small, often overlooked park at the edge of Point Reyes National Seashore. Most come for the Hearts Desire Beach, but make the trek on the Jepson Trail loop - well worth the time. Plus, it brings you to the less crowded Pebble Beach if you want to get away.

Hearts desire Beach. Parking was full at the bottom. Park at the top, and it's a 1/4 mile down to the beach. Not bad at all. There is plenty of room. Take a paddle board or kayak instead of renting. The water was nice for swimming. Head north on water to see so much goodness. And the wind will help you float back to the beach.

Went sea kayaking with Team River Runner and ETC who help disabled vets & others go enjoy the water, and camped overnight. Beautiful trip. Overcast but not cold, saw bioluminescent algae on a night paddle, tons of moon jellyfish. Started at Hearts Desire beach. Great trip.

Heart's Desire Beach at Tomales Bay State Park. Lovely petite beach on Tomales Bay with clean facilities, picnic tables, kayak ramp, lawn. Easy access to two trails. One is partially self-guided with signage along the trail (see photos). There is a usage fee ($8 and $7) for the day. Fabulous family get away.