Fly · SFO
Fly into San Francisco International (SFO). Rental cars at the airport; Oakland (OAK) also works and is sometimes cheaper. Allow at least 2 hours from wheels-down to Point Reyes.
· meet us on the beach ·
Eliza Dawson and Stuart Farris
Limantour Beach · Point Reyes, California
Kindly reply by July 1.
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A weekend, not just a wedding. Come early, stay late, dress for fog.
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Friday · Sept 18
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3:30pm
Hike, explore, or trail run
Black Mountain Ranch, the reception venue
Stretch the legs and scout the grounds.
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6:30pm
Beach Bonfire
Bring a warm layer; we'll bring snacks, drinks, and the firewood.
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Saturday · Sept 19
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8:30am
Coffee ride (optional)
Meet at Limantour Lodge
Strava route below.
A chill ride to Point Reyes Station for coffee and pastries. If you choose not to ride, you can still meet us there at ~9:15am. We'll be at Bovine Bakery or Brickmaiden Breads (they're next door to one another).
If you're coming from out of town, Sports Basement is a great place to rent a bike.
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3:00pm
Hors d'oeuvres & oysters
Linger before the ceremony. Champagne, oysters, sun on the lawn.
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4:30pm
Ceremony
Shuttle leaves the Lodge promptly at 4:30pm. We will not return to Limantour Lodge until after the reception!
Coastal formal: think long dresses, linen suits, sand-friendly shoes.
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6:30pm
Dinner & reception
Same outfit, warmer layer. Shuttle will take you from the beach to the Ranch.
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Sunday · Sept 20
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9:00am
Latte hour
Pajamas welcome.
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11:00am
Checkout
Hug it out. Drive safe.
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The setting
Point Reyes National Seashore: wind-sculpted dunes, fog that rolls in like clockwork, a few hundred elephant seals doing their own thing.
Hover, tap, or focus a marker to learn about each spot.
Where you'll stay
I Do Access to see lodging details.
Getting there
Point Reyes is ~1.5 hours from SFO. The last forty minutes are slow and beautiful. Build in extra time.
Drive
From the city, take 101 → Sir Francis Drake Blvd → Bear Valley Road → Limantour Road. The last stretch is winding and slow. Spotty cell signal once you're in the park.
Caltrain + bike
For the adventurous: Caltrain to SF, then ride through Marin.
Swim
Strong currents. A wetsuit is recommended. (don't.)
FAQ
A few things people have asked. If you don't see yours, text us.
Are kids welcome?
We love your kids, but we're keeping this one to adults only.
What about pets?
The lodge is a working national-park property and pets aren't allowed. Limantour Beach itself is dog friendly!
What does "coastal formal" mean exactly?
We're really not picky. Think long dresses, linen or wool suits, anything you'd wear to a nice dinner that won't blow away in 15-knots. Sand-friendly shoes for the ceremony. No black tie.
Where do I park?
Limantour Lodge has plenty of free parking. If you drive yourself to the ceremony, there is parking at the beach. Guests staying at Limantour Lodge will arrive and leave via shuttle.
What should I bring?
There are lots of activities in the Point Reyes area! We will be bringing adventure essentials including trail running clothes, cycling kit, swimsuits, and beach towels.
What about meals?
Covered: Friday's beach bonfire (snacks & drinks), Saturday's hors d'oeuvres + dinner reception at Black Mountain Ranch, and Sunday morning lattes at the lodge. Lunches: BYO or grab-and-go from Palace Market or other shops in Point Reyes Station. There are lots of local shops to check out.
The lodge will have a common kitchen stocked with snacks and drinks. We have full run of the industrial kitchen if you want to cook your own breakfast, lunch, or extra meals.
Where can I rent a bike?
There are Sports Basement locations all over the area and they have the best bike rental options. At a good price point too.
Other rules?
We're in a National Seashore so no fireworks, no drones, no smoking. They're a bit touchy about amplified music at Limantour Lodge... we'll see how it goes.