This beautiful unincorporated San Rafael community is home to the Frank Lloyd Wright–designed Civic Center which hosts a twice weekly farmer’s market all year round. Further on North San Pedro Road, landmarks including the 2,700-member Osher Marin Jewish Community Center, with two large pools, a marvelous family fitness center and musical and educational events are accessible for a low monthly membership fee. Across from the JCC, the well-regarded Venetia Valley School serves grades K through eight; from there kids go to San Rafael High School.
Still on North San Pedro Road on the right heading east is the massive San Pedro Mountain Open Space, with its network of hiking and running trails; on the left, at the end of Meadow Drive, you can circle Santa Margarita Island for an easy afternoon walk, and nearby Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve, bordering the south fork of Gallinas Creek, is ideal dog-walking turf. From there, back on North San Pedro Road to the east, vistas truly open up once you reach the 1,512 acres of China Camp State Park. A true mecca for hikers, bikers and nature enthusiasts.
Still on North San Pedro Road on the right heading east is the massive San Pedro Mountain Open Space, with its network of hiking and running trails; on the left, at the end of Meadow Drive, you can circle Santa Margarita Island for an easy afternoon walk, and nearby Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve, bordering the south fork of Gallinas Creek, is ideal dog-walking turf. From there, back on North San Pedro Road to the east, vistas truly open up once you reach the 1,512 acres of China Camp State Park. A true mecca for hikers, bikers and nature enthusiasts.
