Clamming at Lawson's Landing can be done by traveling by boat to the mudflats in Tomales Bay, or walking our southern shoreline, whenever there is a tide that is 0.5 feet or lower to expose them. However, 0.5 is the highest tide that the clam beds will uncover and therefore it must be calm (no wind or heavy surf) in order for you to be able to dig. While some tides are listed on the calendar, in some cases weather conditions may make digging impossible. Also, many tides are marginal under ideal conditions and too late to have adequate time to really get your clams before the sun sets. Clamming is illegal outside of daylight hours. Parking restraints do limit number of guests allowed to park their vehicle; we now offer Vehicle Parking Reservations which are highly recommended for low-tides to avoid being turned away.
Click here for the tide calendar.
Click here for the tide calendar.
**CPPH WARNS CONSUMERS NOT TO EAT SPORT-HARVESTED BIVALVE SHELLFISH FROM MARIN COUNTY
PLEASE REVIEW THE POSTING AVAILABLE FROM THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/SN24-008.aspx
PLEASE REVIEW THE POSTING AVAILABLE FROM THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/SN24-008.aspx
Clamming is also available in Bodega Bay! For those who do not own a boat, or worry about traffic and parking concerns in Dillon Beach we recommend checking it out. Free public parking is available along Westshore Rd, with the ability to walk out on the mudflats that become exposed during low tides along the road.
Parking is available at 2099 Westshore Road, Bodega Bay, CA.
Parking is available at 2099 Westshore Road, Bodega Bay, CA.
You need to have in your possession a valid California fishing license. If you do not have a fishing license, plan on arriving early with an I.D. as the new licensing system can take much longer. As for gear, you should have a regular garden type shovel, a clam tube, a bucket or sack (every clammer is legally required to contain their clams separate from others in their group), and rubber boots or shoes you can wash or toss in the garbage. Wear old clothes or a rain suit as you will get wet and sandy (black mucky sand).
One of the many interests that bring visitors to our area are the Giant Clams that can be dug during the low tides of the spring and fall. We'd like all of our customers to be aware of conservation practices we have in place so that we can assure that our future generations can dig clams on Tomales Bay.
One of the many interests that bring visitors to our area are the Giant Clams that can be dug during the low tides of the spring and fall. We'd like all of our customers to be aware of conservation practices we have in place so that we can assure that our future generations can dig clams on Tomales Bay.
When you visit please make yourself aware of the rules and regulations that pertain to this area. Tomales Point is part of the Point Reyes National Seashore and has information posted with special rules regarding use of the Seashore.
Please note that the "CLAM CLIPPER" has been sold and will never run again.
There has been an improvement in the clam population over the last few years, but if we want to ensure that we have clams in the future we have to continue protective measures that were introduced a few years ago.
It is also important to not dig more clams than is allowed by law. We work with the wardens from Dept. of Fish and Game to make sure they are on the premises when low tides occur. If you see infractions being made, please call (CAL TIP at 800-952-5400).
We'd also like to thank all our friends and loyal customers who have helped us by signing petitions and writing letters against the various restrictions and closures instigated at the State and Federal level regarding our land and the uses of Tomales Bay. We want to make sure that our legislators are aware of how many people use and love this area, and it's thanks to you that the message is getting out.
Please note that the "CLAM CLIPPER" has been sold and will never run again.
There has been an improvement in the clam population over the last few years, but if we want to ensure that we have clams in the future we have to continue protective measures that were introduced a few years ago.
It is also important to not dig more clams than is allowed by law. We work with the wardens from Dept. of Fish and Game to make sure they are on the premises when low tides occur. If you see infractions being made, please call (CAL TIP at 800-952-5400).
We'd also like to thank all our friends and loyal customers who have helped us by signing petitions and writing letters against the various restrictions and closures instigated at the State and Federal level regarding our land and the uses of Tomales Bay. We want to make sure that our legislators are aware of how many people use and love this area, and it's thanks to you that the message is getting out.