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Blackies Pasture
Categories: Active Life Parks Active Life Playgrounds Parks, Playgrounds [Edit]
Tiburon BlvdIntersection of Trestle Glen Road
Tiburon, CA 94920
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
18 reviews for Blackies Pasture
18 reviews in English
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Review from Jana S.
6/29/2010
I'm going crazy on the vista reviews....firm believer that one should explore his surroundings, become familiar with them in order to appreciate the variety in landscapes and textures when viewed from different angles. And with this huge big Bay of ours to brag of (and an ocean to boot), 'tis a shame to the one who thinks the word hermit is parity to Hermitage...
Brief history lesson: Blackie was a swaybacked cutting horse whose primary claim to fame was the fact that he, an equine (yep!), swam across the Bay, from south Marin to Crissy Field in 1938. All true. After retiring, this horse stood in what is now his pasture, for 28 years.
A gorgeous, gorgeous view, and sometimes quite windy too
But the wonderful location and the great location makes for any solid after -dinner stroll (A "post amuse bouche", if you will, as organic as it gets), or a pre-sunrise jog.
I just enjoy coming here for the views. Oh, and great conversation as well, being the bubbly-pit and human Asian incarnation of Curious George, rolled into one, that I am.
It's simply stunning.
If you wanna complete the whole loop, give yourself some time to do so... this area is not that small! -
Review from Beverley P.
Oakland, CA
1/26/2012
FYI there is more information at
http://www.tiburonpeni...
I plan to hike in the area soon; found it hard to find to about until I came upon this YELP site, and , finally, the site above. Check the links on the homepage.
Three stars given just so I could write this. Check other reviews for "real" star ratings. -
Review from Victor C.
8/11/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Gravely parking lot = check.
Bronze horse statue in the middle of a field = check.
Good location to meet up for a bike ride around Tiburon/Paradise Loop = check.
Multiple bathrooms for you to do what you need to do = check.
Don't really know how you can complain about this place. -
Review from Lily K.
Sausalito, CA
6/19/2011
Cool green area with memorial and statue dedicate to Blackie, part of a longer trail going into Tiburon that is a dual walking path/bike path. Also includes plenty of trees to climb, mud flats, a wildlife refuge, and space for running around. If you walk far enough, great bridge views.
This place was pretty cool. Parking's a bit hairy and you gotta watch out for the bikers trying to steal the entire path. -
Review from Ron L.
Concord, CA
9/4/2010 1 photo
I didn't know this park also had its place on Yelp . . .
I've known about Blackie's Pasture ever since I first moved to San Rafael in late 1988. Occasionally, me and my two roommates would go down here and walk to downtown Tiburon and back. I don't live in Marin anymore, and I miss this park a lot.
Tiburon is a rich little piece of paradise right on San Francisco Bay. Well, Richardson Bay to be accurate, but the tip just past downtown *is* on SF Bay. If you could design a park that would be totally Tiburon, you'd probably come up with what you find at Blackie's Pasture: right on the waterfront, easy access to the main road, always good weather (at least it seems like it's always good), lots of place for whatever suits your fancy, even a little uphill hiking if you wish. Great view of Sausalito, also a good view of San Francisco (no GG Bridge view). And there's even a statue of a humpbacked horse, so you know who Blackie was.
It appears that the town loves this park, too. I've seen dogs running, soccer games playing, kites flying, friends picnicking, joggers jogging, bikers biking, three french hens, two turtle doves, and a partridge in a pear tree (just kidding about the last three items). We took our 1-year-old here, and she had a ball (literally; we'd kick the ball to her, and she wouldn't know what to do); then she met some cuuute puppies. When I was doing ministry in Mill Valley, I always thought that this would be a great place for a water baptism - be public about your faith while getting immersed in one of the most scenic suburban places you can imagine.
Parking? Well, this took a star off. The parking lot is large for Tiburon, and is usually close to full. Then you walk a ways to get to the green. Or you can park across Tiburon Blvd., and it's only a few steps to the green -- that is, a few steps across a very busy 2-lane state highway with Beemers being driven fast by maniacs.
C'mon down, there's no gate keeping us normal folk out. -
Review from Suzanne D.
San Jose, CA
7/22/2011
One of the brilliant things about Marin is the open space on the water. Blackie's Pasture fits that with luscious grassy fields leading the the Bay, a view of Sausalito and beyond. The walking/biking road is first rate.
My only criticism is the playground on the far side of the park. It is fairly new and must have been designed on a cold windy day, by someone with no children, cause it has NO shade for the kids nor parents. I happened to be there on a rare, sweltering day in Tiburon and the playground was MISERABLE and almost unusable. My poor child wilted in the sun. Too bad because otherwise the setting is spectacular. -
Review from Janell D.
San Francisco, CA
3/7/2009 ROTD 3/20/2009
Run Run Run Run Run Run Run--
You wake up in the fog encased city, stretch, yawn, anticipate Blackies Pasture...
You get in your car and drive up 101 and turn in to the parking lot (bonus points because their is an actual parking lot).
The air is fresh, the people are friendly, and the running is good!
I start my run on the path by the water and head in to Tiburon, then loop around and come back. On my "loop" I always see bike riders, other runners, people doing Yoga on the side, its a very friendly trail.Listed in: RUN
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Review from Rachel C.
12/1/2007
BLACKIE WAS A HORSE!
He was also a beloved member of the Tiburon Peninsula communities. This pasture land was where Blackie was "retired" at the age of 12 from his illustrious career as both a Cavalry Horse in Yosemite and a Rodeo Cutting Horse.
He lived here happily for another 28 years. Children and adults stopped by to pet him and to feed him apples & carrots - - all tossed together with love. He was a beloved part of this community. Blackie was deeply missed when he passed away at the age of 40. He was buried in this pasture and from then on it was known as "BLACKIES PASTURE." A simple cross & small plack, plus a life-size bronze statue, commemorate Blackie as the town's mascot.
Today this Pasture is known for its beautiful outdoor trails for walking, running and biking, for its soccer field, for its beautiful views . . . . and especially for its memories of the friendship of a horse named Blackie. Every time I stop here to walk the trail, I try to always go over and lay my hand on Blackie's back. It somehow makes me feel like I am being touched by the great love this animal meant to this community.
Don't miss the new children's book "Blackie, the Horse who Stood Still" that was released this fall. Check the website http://www.tiburonpeni... for information on how & where to get a copy. A great Holiday present for your kiddies? Blackie would have loved that! -
Review from Rick B.
Novato, CA
3/23/2011
I'm really going to miss living by this park. My puppy and I would make our daily walk down the hill to the park, where she would meet and play with other four legged friends at the beach.
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Review from Jackie M.
San Francisco, CA
7/29/2009
Blackies is my free therapy. Amazing sunrise or sunset, so much drama with the fog coming over the hill.
great, running, biking, rollerblading, doggie path, everyone on the path is super friendly, great gravel strip on either side of the pavement for you runners out there with joint issues. Great for kids, as it's flat and there is a barrier between the path and the street.
Many a bench to stop at to sit and contemplate life. -
Review from Desiree A.
San Bruno, CA
4/2/2009 1 photo
We went out to purchase a bike at REI and the great associate at REI directed us to Blackies Pasture for a family bike ride. The trail is absolutely gorgeous - you can see the San Francisco Skyline, Angel Island and the Golden Gate bridge throughout most of the ride.
The trail itself is very clean and has depots with doggie bags for quick pick-ups. =) My son had a great time riding here on his new bike since the trail is fairly level and pretty wide and accommodating to foot / bike / dog traffic. He also loved the playground which is by the water and has a great view.
I can't wait to return! -
Review from Sonia A.
Modesto, CA
9/15/2010
Great place to go with family or with your special someone, long path for riding bikes or rollerblading, grassy areas for picnic and kite flying, playground areas for younger kids to play on and most incredible view of San Francisco across the bay. You can sit on the bench and watch the sunset at the bay... if you walk down to the very end of the trail (I think its 4miles) there is restaurants and shopping area in central part of Tiburon. Even after I had lived there for 12 years in the past, every time I visit it still takes my breath away.
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Review from Eileen P.
CA
4/4/2009
I love you, Blackie.
Every time I walk the 2.5 miles into Tiburon, I not only get exercise, but get yummy rewards like fried calamari, camerones, and/or margaritas at one of the many restaurants in town. If I am lazy, I take the #19 bus back to my car after the adventure. If I feel ambitious, I tread the 2.5 miles back to the car. It usually depends on the weather. Always a fun spot to people watch (tourists and locals). And did I mention the scenery? Angel Island, SF Bay -- it's all there. -
Review from Jennie S.
San Francisco, CA
2/22/2009
Running, biking, rollerblading, walking, dog-walking...a multi-use area.
Blackies Pasture with the Tiburon Bike Path running along side. A fantastic area. It is about 2.5-3 miles into Tiburon along the path, it continues on from there. Really a great walk. There are sandy/clay shoulders for running, and a paved path for bikers/rollerbladers in the center. The path is lined with poop bag stations, we did not see any poop the entire walk that was not cleaned up! That is amazing, responsible dog owners who take pride in this beautiful area. Benches line the entire route. Large parking lot right at Blackie's Pasture, with road parking along the bike path. Just up the path is a children's play gound that is fenced in. Bathrooms, garbage cans and water fountains with doggy bowls line the route as well -- this is a really well thought out recreational area! The bike path runs along the water, with access points along the way to get to the beach/water.
Just South of Blackie's Pasture, 800 yards or so is another field with small rolling hills, even though the sign says "leash law enforced" there were a dozen +dogs off leash running around and playing.
I cannot wait for a little warmer weather to bring a bottle of wine, a picnic lunch take a leisurely stroll, have lunch, let Rufous run around till his tongue hangs down to his knees, then walk into Tiburon, have a cocktail or two or three...then stroll back.
Views are amazing, tons of great bird and people watching, some exercise, what is not to love. -
Review from THERESA V.
San Mateo, CA
3/11/2009
we come here to take a saturday stroll. blackies pasture is beautiful-- has a view of the bay and has a multi-use path (beware of bikers-they get a little aggressive when you're in their way).
someday, when we have kids, i would bring them here to go bike riding or roller bladding. -
Review from Tricia M.
Chico, CA
8/22/2007 7 photos
Versatile day use park along San Francisco Bay Trail. Has paved road alongside sand/gravel path winding along the bay from the north off Tiburon BLVD (Hwy 131) to Belvedere Island where it loops around ending in downtown Tiburon. Childrens playgrounds, modern restrooms, green grassy hills, a fitness par course, tennis courts off one side next to road, fun bayside or on the path skating, blading, or biking. Gardens, benches for breath taking views of San Francisco skyline, Sausalito, and bay.
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Review from yourmom g.
San Rafael, CA
1/5/2009
I LOVE blackies pasture. I used to walk here every day. Docking a star because they cut down the bushes that insulated you from the traffic... too bad they had to do that.
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Review from John S.
Larkspur, CA
10/26/2009
Great for rollerblading from parking lot right down to Guayma's and beyond. Surface is pretty smooth, too. What a view in late afternoon! Will be back for sure.
