A Destination for Sailors & Power-Boaters
The Loch Lomond Yacht Club is a destination for sailors and power-boaters. We are a small pocket harbor in a serene and beautiful area nestled between historic China Camp and Mt. Tamalpais.We welcome visits by other yacht clubs. If you plan to cruise-in, please check the tide chart and navigation pages thoroughly. The channel is narrow and the directions must be followed exactly.Visiting yachts stern-to just off the Loch Lomond Yacht Club Deck. The dock in front of the club is 107 feet in length and the side docks offer 70 feet and 35 feet of space. There are 30 amp power posts and water is available.
CURRENTLY, MARINA BATHROOM/SHOWER FACILITIES ARE FOR MARINA TENANTS ONLY!
Events & Hospitality
We have a variety of club events that occur regularly. Check the "Events" tabs to see upcoming dinners, events, and menus. Arrive on a Friday night and take advantage of our Happy Hour at 6:00 pm and Happy Hour Dinner at 7:30 pm. Check to see what Saturday Events are planned for the dates you will arrive. These Club Event nights feature cocktails at 6:00 pm and either hors d'oeuvres or dinner at 7:30 PM. With great food, a well-stocked bar, fun-loving people and a beautiful setting, any weekend can be a great one!
Hungry? Need to Stock the Boat?
Check out Andy’s Local Market, one of the premiere destination markets in Marin located directly across from the Loch Lomond Yacht Club. Check here for hours and menu: andyslocalmarket.com
Fees & Contact Details
Dock Fees are $25 per night per boat and can be paid directly to Safe Harbor Marina (SHM) Loch Lomond.
There is a $25 gate key deposit, which will be refunded upon return of key.
Please contact Dennis Amundsen for more information:
Email: amukay@aol.com
We'll work hard to make your visit a memorable one.
Parking at LLYC
Parking is available, but limited within the Strand Development. The western lot is now open. It has a number of individual vehicle spaces as well as a number of boat trailer spaces. Please refrain from parking in the boat trailer spaces during the day. They can be used in the in the evening when there are no vehicles there. Please do not park in Andy’s Market lot.
Approaching by Boat
Approaching from the South Bay
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Heading north, pass under the Richmond - San Rafael Bridge.
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Head for green dolphin number 17, FL G 4 S, 15 ft., L. 37° 57.425°N 122° 27.421°W
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Enter the San Rafael Canal heading 279°M
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On entering keep green dolphin markers, numbers 1 and 3, to port. Sighting the markers ahead and behind, and stem the wind/current as needed.
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Do not pass the dolphins close aboard. Stay off about 40 feet where the channel is dredged for a 60 foot width.
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Just before dolphin 5 the "Dog Leg" will branch off to starboard. It is clearly marked by pilings and has a slight bend to port. 8. Turn after you can sight straight down the dog leg channel. Do not cut the turn short as the bottom shoals slightly in the "V". 7. Loch Lomond Marina entrance is marked by a set of pilings to port and starboard.
Approaching from the North Bay
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Pass thru San Pablo Straight heading SW
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Head for green dolphin number 17, FL G 4 S, 15 ft., L 37° 57.425°N 122° 27.421°W
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Enter the San Rafael Canal heading 279°M
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On entering keep green dolphin markers, numbers 1 and 3, to port. Sighting the markers ahead and behind, stem the wind/current as needed.
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Do not pass the dolphins close aboard. Stay off about 40 feet where the channel is dredged for a 60 foot width.
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Just before dolphin 5 the "Dog Leg" will branch off to starboard. It is clearly marked by pilings and has a slight bend to port.
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Turn after you can sight straight down the dog leg channel. Do not cut the turn short as the bottom shoals slightly in the "V".
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Loch Lomond Marina entrance is marked by a set of pilings to port and starboard.
The Loch Lomond Yacht Club GUEST DOCK
The guest dock extends 103 feet in front of the yacht club, then 70 feet down the main dock (east) and then along the short finger 35 feet (south). Boats can stern-tie along the two longer docks (see photos) or side-tie.
Channel
Green Dolphin "17" to Dog Leg Turn to Marina Entrance
Traveling by Car
From the North
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Take Hwy 101 South toward San Francisco.
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Take Exit 452 Central San Rafael, merging onto Hetherton St.
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Turn left at 2nd Street. Continue and merge onto 3rd Street. Continue and merge onto San Pedro Road.
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Turn right at Loch Lomond Drive.
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Proceed to the water's edge to the right of A Dock.
From the South
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Take Hwy 101 North toward San Rafael.
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Take Exit 452 Central San Rafael. Turn right at 2nd Street. Continue and merge onto 3rd Street. Continue and merge onto San Pedro Road.
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Turn right at Loch Lomond Drive
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Proceed to the water's edge to the right of A Dock.
Local Services
Hotels:
1. Embassy Suites by Hilton - San Rafael
101 McInnis Parkway, San Rafael, 415-499-9222
2. Four Points by Sheraton - San Rafael
1010 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, 415-479-8800
3. AC Hotel by Marriott - San Rafael (Brand new)
1201 Fifth Ave., San Rafael, 415-336-6500
4. Courtyard by Marriott - Larkspur Landing
2500 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur, 415-925-1800
Loch Lomond Marina
Launch Ramp and Berths available
110 Loch Lomond Dr., San Rafael
415-454-7228
Andy's Local Market and Gourmet Deli
75 Loch Lomond Dr, San Rafael
Open 6:30AM - 8PM Seven Days a Week
415-456-5777 Deli 415-456-5730 Store
Worlds Best Bait Shop
On the launch dock, Loch Lomond Marina, San Rafael
415-456-0321