Bay Model, While the model is not open on Mondays, we enjoy views of a boat dock nearby and kayakers paddling. Although the address for the Bay Model Visitors Center is on Bridgeway, the building itself is actually located on Marinship Way.

Charming European “Pedestrian Only Shopping Street”  Architecture” and “vignettes”. Meet at the  “Dancing Elephant” fountain at the south entrance.

Nature preserve with views of unique homes built across the water. This 9-acre preserve (the island is 4.5 acres) was once the proposed location of a residential subdivision designed to mimic Venice, Italy.  Marsh edging the island provides habitat for endangered Ridgeway's Rail, a shy bird. From Hwy 101 in San Rafael, take the N San Pedro Rd exit east and turn left at Meadow Dr. MCOSD gate is at the end. Free parking on the street.

East access: from Hwy 101 in San Rafael, take the N San Pedro Rd exit east and turn left Vendola Dr. MCOSD gate is at the end, on the left. West access: from Hwy 101 in San Rafael, take the N San Pedro Rd exit east, turn left at La Pasada Way, and turn right at Vendola Dr. MCOSD gate is at the end.