McInnis Park to China Camp Beach - Rated: EASY L1

Your 2025 Liability Waiver and $15 dues paid are required to get on the “going” list. Meetup message Ken N and I will send you the wavier information.

Meet 10 am, on the water at 10:30 am.
Address: Address :350 Smith Ranch Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903

Limited to 18 paddlers

No inflatables, folding boats or SUP’s. Minimum boat length 12 feet.
Expect light winds and small waves in SF Bay.

McInnis Park in San Rafael is on Gallinas Creek and is a great place for a paddle into San Pablo Bay to explore the smaller islands (e.g., Rat Island). There is parking close to the dock launch or across the street. You can drop your boat and then go park. Wheels are suggested.

Once on the Bay we will paddle south to China Camp State Park beach for a lunch break. Bring your lunch; cold drinks can be purchased in the small store there. After lunch we will return to McInnis Park. Total distance is 8.5 miles.

Parking is free at McInnis and there are restrooms at both McInnis and China Camp.

PLEASE READ THIS: The organizers of this trip are not experts, not professional paddlers and do not necessarily have safety training or carry any safety equipment. Each paddler must have the training, experience and equipment required to complete this paddle safely, and must assume all personal risks. A Coast Guard approved life jacket or Personal Flotation Device must be worn by everyone while on the water. If you plan to not wear a PFD, then kindly do not participate on this trip.

Rain or bad weather may cancel this trip. Check your email Friday evening for updated information and changes.

This trip is sponsored by the Marin Canoe and Kayak Club

Trip Rating L1 explained
These trips are for everyone, even experienced senior paddlers who prefer flat water with light breeze within swimming distance to shore, no current and waves less than 4 inches. Total distance 5 to 7 miles with a short break for snacks or lunch. Paddlers should be able to enter and exit their boat unassisted from shore or boat dock and have a Forward and Reverse stroke.

Trips are in calm, protected areas, such as lakes, lazy rivers, sloughs, or paddling near the beach. If the wind begins to blow, you plan to head for shore. You do not wish to do deepwater rescues, so your safety depends on staying within easy swimming distance of easily accessible shorelines.