Beyond Marconi
Explore Marshall, Point Reyes Station, Point Reyes National Seashore and Tomales Bay
Marconi is fortunate to be surrounded by the best possible experiences–historically, culturally, and naturally. Behind us are thousands of acres of protected grasslands and in the foreground—Tomales Bay and the Point Reyes National Seashore. Incomparable beauty and majesty in any direction you choose to explore.
Bring comfortable hiking shoes, and always have layers–from a light raincoat or windbreaker (we are near the ocean) to heavier coats in colder months, binoculars for birding and other wildlife, sunscreen and headgear, and maybe a beach towel if you choose.
Whether you come solo or as part of a group, you will want to leave enough time to explore this wonderful corner of the world. Just down the road from Marconi you can enjoy fresh oysters, go kayaking, cycle, or hike miles of National Seashore. Close by are some of the most beautiful beaches in the world — wonders both botanically and geologically — as well as local culinary delights every foodie will enjoy.
Eat
Local dining guides for Marshall, Point Reyes Station, Inverness & Stinson/Bolinas
Bovine Bakery
Open 7 days a week
11315 CA-1, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 415.663.9420
For lunch, the Bovine serves soup daily as well as pizza.
Cafe Reyes
94956 Point Reyes Station, CA
(415) 663-9493
FarmHouse
10005 Coastal Highway 1, Olema, CA 94950
(415) 663-1264
Fog’s Kitchen
12938 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Inverness, CA 94937 (415) 669-9696
Hog Island Oyster
A great place on the bay for fresh and BBQ oysters and more. This is a popular spot and reservations are required.
20215 Shoreline Highway
Marshall CA 94940.
(415) 663-9218
Marshall Store
Another fun location to eat on the bay just down the hill from Marconi. Try the fish tacos, they are delicious! 19225 State Route 1, Marshall, CA 94940 (415) 663-1339
Nick’s Cove
Restaurant on the bay with a fun boat dock to hang out at and eat or drink a glass of wine, too.
23240 Highway 1, Marshall,CA 94940
(415) 663-1033
Osteria Stellina
Good Italian food with local, organic ingredients. 11285 Highway 1, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
(415) 663-9988
Saltwater Oyster Depot and Wine Bar
12781 Sir Francis Drake Inverness, CA 94937
(415) 669 1244
Sir and Star at the Olema
10000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Olema, CA 94950
(415) 663-1034
Station House Cafe
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Full bar + garden patio dining. Live music Sunday evenings, no cover.
Closed Wednesdays
11180 CA-1, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
(415) 663-1515
Side Street Kitchen
Rotisserie chicken, slow cooked meats, sandwiches + salads. Vegetarian options, wine & beer. Dog-friendly patio dining.
60 4th St., Point Reyes Station
(415) 663-0303
Toby’s Coffee Bar
11250 CA-1, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
(415) 663-1223
Tomales Bay Oyster Co
15479 Highway One Marshall, CA 94940
(415) 663-1243
Food Tours + Wine & Cheese Tastings
Cowgirl Creamery
80 4th St, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
(415) 663-9335
Pt. Reyes Vineyards
12700 Shoreline Hwy, Pt. Reyes, CA
(415) 663-1552
Pt Reyes Farmstead Cheese
14700 Shoreline Hwy, Pt Reyes, CA
(415) 663-8880
Tomales Farmstead Creamery & Toluma Farms
Farm tours, cheese making classes and tastings
5488 Middle Road, Petaluma, CA
(707) 878.2041
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Hiking
Point Reyes National Seashore is a 71,028-acre park preserve located on the Point Reyes Peninsula in Marin County, California. As a national seashore, it is maintained by the US National Park Service as an important nature preserve.
“Nature outdoes herself on the Pacific Coast’s only national seashore,” proclaimed President John F. Kennedy in 1962. Point Reyes’ 100 square miles of beaches and forests, meadows and marshes, windswept bluffs, and gentle coves drape the northwestern shoulder of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Try hiking (don’t miss the half-mile walk over the San Andreas Fault Zone); kayaking (paddle alongside locals on Tomales Bay); wildlife viewing (see protected tule elk); tide pooling (meander at Palomarin Beach); picnicking (head for Hearts Desire Beach); and camping (stop at panoramic, hike-in Sky Camp — 415/464-5100).
Kayak Rentals
Kayaking early morning on Tomales Bay is a visual haven. You will think someone dropped you into a postcard.
Stables
Cycle
Golf
Stay
Nearby lodging
There are many wonderful places to stay in and around Marshall and Tomales Bay. Pick from these or stay at Marconi, depending on your personal preferences and availability. But book early, all of us sell out in peak seasons.
Local B&B’s and Inns
Inn at Roundstone Farm
Bear Valley Cottage
Abalone Inn
Apple Garden Cottage
Point Reyes Station Inn
Houses for Rent
Two Houses on the Bay
Mermaid’s House
Tranquility on the Bay
Coal & Feed
Hostels
Event Venues
Tomales Towne Hall
Historic gathering place in rural West Marin
Station House Cafe
Catered parties and events in their private dining room and garden patio
Other Local Resources
Point Reyes Insider
Website with local event calendar, dining guides and more.
Commonweal Gardens/Regenerative Design
Great place to learn about sustainability while enjoying the Pt. Reyes area. Check out their calendar of programs.
West Marin Chamber of Commerce
Christina Carr, CMT Massage
Cypress Grove
(Audubon Canyon Ranch)
