This map of Marin County, California, highlights major cities, towns, transportation routes, and natural features across the region. Key communities such as San Rafael, Novato, Mill Valley, and Bolinas are clearly marked, along with smaller settlements including Inverness, Olema, and Tomales. The map also shows important highways like U.S. Route 101, connecting the county to nearby areas. Notable natural landmarks such as Point Reyes National Seashore, Samuel P. Taylor State Park, and Mount Tamalpais surroundings are illustrated, along with reservoirs, rivers, and coastal beaches. The inset location map helps identify Marin County within California, making this visual resource useful for geographic reference, travel planning, and educational purposes.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | County of Marin |
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | February 18, 1850 |
| Incorporated | Not applicable (county government established 1850) |
| Population | ~262,000 (approx.) |
| County | Marin County |
| Area | 828 sq mi (2,145 km²) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time Zone (PT) |
| ZIP Codes | 94901–94998 |
| Area Code | 415 |
| Known For | Coastal beauty, redwood forests, affluent communities |
| Major Airport | San Francisco International Airport (nearby) |
| Climate | Mediterranean (mild, wet winters and dry summers) |
| Nickname | Marin |
| Major Highways | US-101, CA-1 |
| Nearby Border | Sonoma County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco |
| Major Attractions | Point Reyes National Seashore, Muir Woods, Mount Tamalpais, Golden Gate Bridge |