PADDLE THE GATE KAYAK TOUR
Kayaking in San Francisco under the Golden Gate Bridge
Location Legend:
Highlights
- Take a kayak under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge
- See the natural beauty along the Marin Headlands
- Receive a thorough kayaking orientation from our guides
- An exciting 3-hour trip under an American landmark
SEE THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE—FROM BELOW!
We start from Horseshoe Cove. Because this trip can deal with some strong currents flowing through the Bay, we give you a thorough orientation to build your confidence and ensure you can take care of yourself in a kayak. If you have passed our Advanced Sea Kayaking Class, you can choose to paddle in a single kayak. Everyone else must use a 2-person kayak. We paddle along the coast, close to shore, and away from shipping lanes as we kayak underneath the Golden Gate Bridge and along the Marin Headlands before returning to Horseshoe Cove.
This trip takes about 3 hours, and does not require specific kayaking experience but you must be physically active. We leave in the morning, though the exact time will depend on the tides that day. Check available dates through our website, or call (415) 332-8494 for a reservation.
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Meet Place: Fort Baker, Sausalito. Important: Study the directions!
Simple Driving Directions to Boat Ramp (Sommerville Rd)
- Take Alexander Ave exit off Hwy 101 (toward Sausalito / Golden Gate Bridge)
- Drive toward the bridge, then turn left into Fort Baker
- Follow the road downhill into the park
- Stay on the main road (Murray Circle)
- Turn onto Sommerville Rd along the water
- Follow it to the end → boat ramp is by the marina / Coast Guard station
From Downtown Sausalito → Boat Ramp (Sommerville Rd)
- Head north on Bridgeway
- Turn right onto Alexander Ave (toward Golden Gate Bridge)
- Turn left into Fort Baker just before the bridge
- Follow the road downhill (Murray Circle)
- Turn onto Sommerville Rd along the water
- Follow it to the end → boat ramp is by the marina / Coast Guard station
JOIN THE ADVENTURE
Ages 16 years old and up. Please call for questions about kids under 16 years old.
If you have any questions feel free to contact us.+
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