Paddle Tomales Bay at your own pace from a protected launch
1–8 hrs
Kayak, paddle, life jacket
Explore Tomales Bay on a self-guided single-kayak paddle from Heart's Desire Beach. Start with a brief safety and paddle orientation, then take in the forested shoreline at your own pace.
A 5% non-refundable handling fee applies to all bookings. Cancel at least 7 days before for a refund minus the handling fee. Within 7 days, reservations are final unless canceled due to weather. If weather cancels before launch, reschedule or receive a refund minus the handling fee. If canceled within the first hour after launch, reschedule or receive a 50% refund.
Product ID: W8CA8R
Wear quick-dry synthetic or wool layers, a windbreaker or light jacket, and secure shoes that can get wet. Avoid cotton, jeans, and flip-flops.
Bring a full water bottle, snacks or a light lunch, sun protection, and a hat and sunglasses with a strap. Bring extra layers for cooler conditions.
Your footwear will get wet, and some clothing may become damp. Bring dry socks and shoes or a change of clothes for after your paddle.
Heart's Desire Beach, 1100 Pierce Point Road, Inverness, CA 94937
The people at Blue Waters were all very friendly and helpful. The Equipment was in very good shapecondition and they worked with us around some bad weather and were flexible enough to make our trip still still happen.
Mark Allen
August 31, 2026
The people at Blue Waters were all very friendly and helpful. The Equipment was in very good shapecondition and they worked with us around some bad weather and were flexible enough to make our trip still still happen.
Mark Allen
August 31, 2026
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