Learn to Build a Sandcastle
Source: Marin County Parks
Upton Beach
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10am – 12pm

Directions: Meet at the beach near the north parking lot at Stinson Beach. Meet at the beach near the north parking lot at Stinson Beach. From Hwy 101 in Larkspur, take the exit for Sir Francis Drake Blvd west 20.4 miles to Olema. Turn left onto Hwy 1 and follow 13.6 miles, turn right at the sign that says Stinson Beach Parking GGNRA and park in the first lot on your right.
Documents: Head out to beautiful Upton Beach and let your creativity run wild! Join ranger staff to build sandcastles and whatever else you can imagine using materials from nature. Sand, seaweed, driftwood, and shells are a few of the materials we can use to create unique masterpieces! Work as a group or solo. The only requirement is having a great time in the beautiful outdoors.Save time on the day of the event by signing in now. Friendly dogs are ok but must be on leash Adverse weather or poor air quality may cancel; if in doubt, text or call (415) 328-8481 two hours before the event to confirm the status. , Questions: Contact Ranger Nova at Nova.Hairston@marincounty.gov
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10am – 12pm

Directions: Meet at the beach near the north parking lot at Stinson Beach. Meet at the beach near the north parking lot at Stinson Beach. From Hwy 101 in Larkspur, take the exit for Sir Francis Drake Blvd west 20.4 miles to Olema. Turn left onto Hwy 1 and follow 13.6 miles, turn right at the sign that says Stinson Beach Parking GGNRA and park in the first lot on your right.
Documents: Head out to beautiful Upton Beach and let your creativity run wild! Join ranger staff to build sandcastles and whatever else you can imagine using materials from nature. Sand, seaweed, driftwood, and shells are a few of the materials we can use to create unique masterpieces! Work as a group or solo. The only requirement is having a great time in the beautiful outdoors.Save time on the day of the event by signing in now. Friendly dogs are ok but must be on leash Adverse weather or poor air quality may cancel; if in doubt, text or call (415) 328-8481 two hours before the event to confirm the status. , Questions: Contact Ranger Nova at Nova.Hairston@marincounty.gov