McNears Beach Park

55-acre McNears Beach Park sits in a sheltered cove alongside San Pablo Bay.

Rangers Recommend

  • Expansive views of San Pablo Bay make McNears Beach a magical oasis.
  • Drop a line from the popular fishing pier. No fishing license required for pier fishing. You do need a fishing license to fish from the shore.
  • McNears Beach offers easy carry-in access for kayaks and canoes. It's a designated trailhead on the San Francisco Bay Area Water Trail.
  • Play tennis or pickleball on well-maintained courts. No reservations needed. First come, first serve.
  • Parking lot and pier are wheelchair accessible.

Activities

biking
Bike
fishing
Fish
hiking
Hike
kayaking
Kayak Canoe
swimming
Swim
tennis
Tennis
acessible
Wheelchair Accessible

Amenities

BBQs, Beach, Benches, Drinking Fountains, Fishing Pier, Group Picnic Areas, Lawn Turf, Parking, Tennis Courts, Restroom, Volleyball Courts, Wheelchair Friendly

Know Before You Go

  • Parking may be limited to avoid overcrowding.
  • No dogs or companion animals allowed at McNears, except service animals.
  • Tennis courts first come, first served.
  • Please don't feed geese, deer, or other wildlife.
  • If you are launching a kayak or canoe, watch tides. Currents can be strong.
  • Groups of 20 or more people must make an advance reservation. Learn more about reservations and permits.
  • Marin County Environmental Health Services (EHS) tests water once a week from April 1 through October 31, to determine if the beach meets California water quality standards for recreational water contact. For details, visit EHS Water Quality Testing.