Bolinas Bay facts for kids
Bolinas Bay is a pretty bay located on the Pacific coast of California, in the United States. It's about 5 miles (8 kilometers) long. You can find it in Marin County, which is north of the famous Golden Gate Bridge. It's also about 15 miles (25 kilometers) northwest of the big city of San Francisco. The small town of Bolinas is right on its shore.
What Makes Bolinas Bay Special?
Bolinas Bay is connected to a large inner harbor called Bolinas Lagoon. This lagoon is a protected area, almost like a calm, hidden lake. A long strip of land, known as Stinson Beach, acts like a natural barrier. It protects the lagoon from the bigger waves of the main bay and the Pacific Ocean. This makes Bolinas Lagoon a safe home for many different kinds of wildlife.
A Glimpse into History
Long ago, in 1579, a famous explorer named Francis Drake sailed around the world. He was the first Englishman to do so! When he reached the coast of California, he needed a safe place to land his ship, the Golden Hind, for repairs and supplies. Historians believe he might have landed in Bolinas Bay or a nearby bay called Drakes Bay. It's a cool thought to imagine his ship anchored in the same waters you can see today!
