Lawson’s Landing Beach

Lawson’s Landing is a privately-owned campground and resort on a wide sandy beach known as Sand Point at the entrance to Tomales Bay. The resort caters to tent and RV campers, fishermen, and boaters looking for a place to stay while exploring the protected waters of Tomales Bay. Lawsons Landing is located just south of the small community of Dillon Beach in northern Marin County.

The beach at Lawsons Landing is both long and wide with more sand square footage than other beaches in the area. Camping at Lawsons Landing is available all year long and reservations can be made six months in advance. The campground has a protected beach for self-launching boats (4WD required to avoid getting stuck) or you can pay them to launch your boat with their tractor. There is a small general store onsite but sadly the pier at Lawsons Landing has been removed.

To get to Lawson’s Landing turn onto Dillon Beach Road from the town of Tomales on Highway 1. In Dillon Beach head south on Cliff Street which leads to Lawsons Landing. There is an entrance booth and they’ll collect a nominal day-use fee for spending the day at Lawson’s wonderful beach. If you are visiting during peak season, you should reserve a day-use parking pass online as spots are limited.

If you are feeling adventurous, there are many “boat in” beach campgrounds (only accessible by boat) located across the bay on the shores of Point Reyes National Seashore. Before heading out in your boat or kayak, consult the national park website for camping regulations. Note that due to the location of this point at the mouth of the bay, currents can be strong.

Address

137 Marine View Dr
Dillon Beach, CA 94929

Other Names

Sand Point Beach, Brazil Beach

Owner

Private, open to public

Pet Details

Dogs allowed off-leash on beach and on-leash in campground

Fees

Fees for day-use parking and camping

Activities

Fishing, Boating, Camping, Kayaking, Clam Digging, Crabbing, Beach Walking

Amenities

Campground, Boat Rentals, Boat Launch, Toilets, Dunes, Store

Links

Tide Chart
Water Quality
Water Temps