Sausalito Houseboats – Schoonmaker Beach loop from Richardson Bay

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Sausalito Houseboats – Schoonmaker Beach loop from Richardson Bay

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Sausalito Houseboats – Schoonmaker Beach loop from Richardson Bay

01:18

5.07km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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168 m

Waldo Point Harbor Houseboats ⛵

Highlight • Settlement

Following WWII, the houseboat community began to develop in the area. Each houseboat boasts its own uniqueness, being privately owned. Access to the area is allowed, but it is requested that visitors respect the houses and their privacy.

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258 m

Sausalito Houseboats

Highlight • Settlement

The Sausalito houseboat community is full of architectural gems and repurposed old working boats, and each is wonderfully unique. Bikes are not allowed on the dock, so you must park …

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1.94 km

Marinship Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Green lawn hidden in the boatlands of Sausalito, where there used to be the Marinship Wharf founded by Kaiser Shipyards, one of several locations around the Bay to build the …

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2.58 km

Schoonmaker Beach

Highlight • Beach

Little known white sandy beach on the lee shore inside the Bay, calmer than beaches on the coast with waves pounding in. Schoonmaker Beach is sheltered inside the protective walls …

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3.56 km

Bay Model Visitor Center

Highlight • Monument

It's a fascinating discovery to come across a working model of the San Francisco Bay Area, showcasing the complete bay-delta system simultaneously. Admission is free, but there's a donation box available in the lobby for those who wish to contribute.

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4.04 km