Sausalito, California in Marin County with Photos and Information

Sausalito is located just north of the Golden Gate Bridge, on the south-eastern tip of Marin County.  Accessible by car or ferry, the San Francisco neighbor enjoys a friendly atmosphere and a slower pace than the big city next door. 

Tourists who have heard about the beautiful community flock to look, to taste the food served there and sometimes spend the night in one of the lovely hotels overlooking the bay.. 

Sausalito was named by 18th century Spanish explorers for the "little willow" trees (Saucelito) found in abundance, on the banks of its streams. Incorporated in 1893,  Sausalito is two and one half miles in size. Located 22 miles from the San Francisco Airport and 45 miles from Wine Country, Sausalito is the gateway to beautiful coastal Highway 1 that twists and winds north atop the rugged and spectacular cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean.  Sausalito is a perfect place to dine, explore and spend time shopping in the cute boutiques.

Special events throughout the year include Opening Day on the Bay in the spring,  summer concerts such as Jazz/Blues by the Bay and Arias in the Afternoon, fall festivities such as Floating Homes Showcase Tour and Doggy Day and the winter celebration known as Winterland Festival. (see ci.sausalito.ca.us for exact dates and information)

Resources in and around Sausalito include events such as the Sausalito Lighted Yacht Parade at Christmas, Certified Farmers Market and Free pier fishing. Sausalito includes Harbors & Marinas and a rich list of Historic landmarks. Its population is modest compared to neighboring San Francisco but the enthusiasm for life in this scenic city on the bay is nothing but extraordinary.

Dog lovers will enjoy Sausalito Dog Park and a national treasure is Point Reyes National Seashore.

More Sausalito photos can be seen here. Other regions and locations include Marin County include Corte Madera, Dogtown, Point Reyes Station and Tomales.