Moderate with a couple of climbs/8-10 mph/approx 20 miles/approx elevation 800 ft

Join us on a beautiful picturesque ride & breath taking views of San Francisco, Mt Tam and the Marin Headlands as a backdrop. Ferry to the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay. We have reserved the North Garrison Group Campsite for those of us who choose to camp 1-2 nites with opportunities to see the sunrise and the sunset. Visit the historical site with hiking, biking, camping facilities and tram tours. 

Bike & Camp Option: Meet 8:30 am at the front entrance of  the SF Ferry Building for a 9:00 start. We will bike thru iconic spots of the city as we approach and cross the Golden Gate bridge into Sausalito to Tiburon where we will catch the ferry to Angel Island. The bike route can be up to 22 miles and 800 feet of climbing to our destination. This is mostly a flat route with rollers except for the approach to the GG Bridge and in parts of Marin. As a reminder… you will be traveling with the weight of your camp gear. Of course….you can also walk the bike in sections. Once on the island, there is a 5 mile loop around the perimeter of the island (300 ft elevation) which can be done on the same or next day. There will be an opportunity to pick up food before arriving on the island. 

Bike Only Option: It is best to catch BART and purchase a ticket online to catch the ferry directly to Angel Island near the Ferry Building. The 10:55 am ferry is recommended. The web recommends you be there at least 15 minutes before departure time. You will have time to explore the island before meeting the Bike/Camper group at 1:30 at the Angel Island dock. Accompany the group to the North Garrison campsite and ride the 5 mile loop around the perimeter (300 ft elevation) and explore other activities. Visit the museum, beaches or take a tram tour. Leave the island by 4:55 pm and return to the SF terminal and BART for home. Spend the nite if you miss your return back.

Hike Option:  It is best to catch BART and purchase a ticket online to catch the ferry directly to Angel Island near the Ferry Building. The 10:55 am ferry is recommended. The web recommends you be there at least 15 minutes before departure time. You will have time to explore the island before meeting the Bike/Camper group at 1:30 at the Angel Island dock. Tour the island and explore its features. Leave the island by 4:55 pm and return to the SF terminal and BART for home. Spend the nite if you miss your return back. Tip: bring a walking stick for a Mt Livermore hike option.

Parking Suggestion: If you are not taking BART, overnight parking for Angel Island campers and day parking is available in downtown Tiburon. You can park in Lots A, B, or D, if you are camping. It is located within a short walk of the Angel Island Tiburon Ferry dock at 21 Main Street, Tiburon, CA you could meet the Bike/Camper group 12:45 pm at the Tiburon Terminal and we ferry to the island together or ferry earlier for more time on the island but meet with the Bike/Camper group 1:30 at the Angel Island dock. 

Cost: Enjoy the island up to 2 full days. Campsite is $95 each nite. It will be divided amongst the number of overnighters. The total will be advised Monday, July 20. Sign the waiver so that we can contact you. We have the campsite for Tuesday, July 21 and Wednesday July 22. Check out Thursday, July 23. Decide on a 1 or 2 night stay. You might also change your mind and stay 2 nites vs 1. Check the sites below for the ferry schedule and cost to Angel Island as there are different rates. You are responsible for you own ticket. 

Links for schedules & fees:

https://www.goldengate.org/ferry/angel-island-ferry/

Sign the waiver ahead of time by clicking on the “Ride Waiver Form” link. If you are a Bike/Camper, you will be contacted with the overnight confirmation and payment method

Be sure to plug in the correct date(s).

Bring water and pack your own food onto the island. There are no indoor dining areas but there are several picnic benches throughout the park. The café by the ferry landing is the only place on the island that sells food.

RSVP to the individuals below with your plan by 6:00 pm Sunday, July 19.

BTW there will be a ride Tuesday, July 14 if you have questions or want to test out your camp gear. See Tuesday’s July 14 ride description.

Questions & Reservations Contact: Vicki Woolworth 510 407-1876 or Mary Leeking 510 717-1577