8 Awesome Summer Hikes for Families in Marin

Gather up the kids and hit the trail for one of these easy and fun summer hikes.

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U-Pick Apples in the North Bay

Head up to one of the local apple farms that offers a u-pick experience. Fun for the entire family!

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Marin Community Pools

Here's our list of swimming pools throughout the county that are open to the public and offer drop-in recreational swim hours for families.

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Have a Pumpkin Patch Birthday Party this Fall!

August 24, 2026

If your child has an October birthday, then why not have a pumpkin patch party? It's a perfect way to celebrate a special fall birthday!

Caprese salad with tomatoes, basil and mozarella arranged on a plate

Make a Caprese Salad with Your Fresh Summer Tomatoes

August 24, 2026

One of the things I love the most about late summer is the abundance of amazing fresh heirloom tomatoes. One of our favorite ways to showcase tomatoes is by making a classic Italian-inspired Caprese salad.

Marin and Sonoma Pumpkin Patches 2026

August 23, 2026

Fall is here and so is our updated annual guide to the best Halloween pumpkin patches in Marin and Sonoma County!

Marin Weekend & Bay Area Family Fun for August 21–23

August 21, 2026

Go out and have fun with the kiddos! Here are our picks for a variety of events and other activities for children and families this weekend in Marin and the Bay Area.