Lagoon Park

• Travel an easy access path circling the lagoon, popular with joggers and strollers.
• Bring lunch, or get a snack from the nearby twice weekly farmers' market.
• Enjoy the avian show. Several species of ducks, geese, and shorebirds make their home here.
• Kids playground includes a climbing structure plus sand and water features.
• Try your luck at pole fishing from the shore.
• The popular pétanque court is named for former Parks Director Pierre Joske.
• While you're here, visit the Marin Center art gallery, or tour Civic Center.
• Friendly dogs on leash are welcome in the park.

• Please don't feed birds or other wildlife. Observe quietly from a distance.
• No swimming, boating, or floatables in the lagoon.
• Don't release domestic turtles or amphibians into the lagoon. They can injure native species.

From Hwy 101 in San Rafael, take the North San Pedro Road exit east and turn left at Civic Center Drive.

Large parking areas are available off of Civic Center Drive.

• WalkBikeMarin
• Transit & Trails
• 511.org

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

• 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.
• No dogs or other pets in the playground, with the exception of dogs trained and used as service animals, as defined by the American with Disabilities Act.
• 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 open fires. Use BBQs responsibly.
• No alcoholic beverages.
• No camping or overnight parking.
• No firearms or weapons 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.
• Groups of more than 20 people must make an advance reservation.
• Permits are required for any commercial use, including professional dog walking, tours, classes, camps, film, or photography. Learn about permit applications.
• Do not approach, follow, or feed wildlife.

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