Advice on Tomales Bay

"I’m interested in taking my Sabre 38 MkII Aegea up to Tomales Bay," writes San Francisco’s John Zeratsky. "According to Bob and Carolyn Mehaffy’s Cruising Guide to San Francisco Bay, it should be possible to take a deep-draft sailboat into Tomales Bay if timed right. Since Aegea draws 6.5 feet, I’m curious to hear more recent, personal accounts. Do you know anyone who’s made the trip? I’d love to hear from fellow Latitude readers who’ve been there."

With a sandbar that restricts a large portion of the mouth of Tomales Bay, entering can be tricky. Common advice is to enter in the morning at high tide before the winds pick up. Summer’s strong northwesterly winds can kick up serious rollers on an ebb tide, so timing is paramount when navigating the entrance. But seeking out recent local knowledge is a great idea. Anyone have some fresh tips for John? Email us, and we’ll be sure to pass it on!