beginner
Sausalito, California, United States

Fort Baker, Horseshoe Cove - Northwest

Fort Baker, Horseshoe Cove - Northwest in Sausalito provides cold San Francisco Bay saltwater swimming in a sheltered cove with stunning Golden Gate views. This beginner-friendly protected spot suits swimmers comfortable with cold water and tidal conditions. Wear a wetsuit year-round and avoid strong ebb tides that create challenging currents.

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Location
Sausalito, California, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
beginner
Coordinates
37.8333, -122.4779

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