Two towels, a bottle of water, appropriate footwear, and bathing attire which is required. Towels must always be sat on when using the saunas.

Towels, bottles and simple bathing suits are available for purchase onsite.

We provide changing rooms and storage for belongings during your session.

We have two traditional Finnish-style saunas. Each sauna can accommodate up to 6 people. We keep the saunas at a target temperature of 190F, which is greatly aided by opening the door as little and as quickly as possible. Löyly, the practice of creating steam in a sauna by pouring small amounts of water over the hot stones, is allowed. Please see the next section, 'North / South', for a description of each sauna.

When booking a Private Session, you may have the choice between 'North' and 'South'. Both are excellent choices, but slightly different.

The North Sauna sits flush against the edge of the vessel, with nothing below you but the water. It has a larger door for ADA access. The deck is slightly smaller, but the view is dramatic. Particularly great for afternoon sun and moody weather.

The South sauna is set back from the water's edge, with slightly more deck space in front. Great for larger groups, and morning to mid-day sunshine.

Trust us, you can't go wrong with either. (Note: Drop-In Sessions allow guests use of both saunas)

Guests are allowed to plunge in the Bay as long as they stay within the demarcated plunge zone and use the platform ladders when exiting. Keep in mind that we are in an active marina, and the water can be dangerous and unpredictable. Enter at your own risk, stay within the markers, and always shower off before getting back into the saunas.

In spite of its urbanized periphery, Richardson Bay is considered one of the most pristine estuaries on the Pacific Coast as tides continuously flush water in and out of the Pacific Ocean. From April thru October, water samples are taken weekly from nearby Schoonmaker Beach to make sure the water is not contaminated and meets California's safety standards for swimming. For the latest test results, visit the Marin County Testing Map and search for Schoonmaker Beach.

Our site exists within a public marina, in close proximity to boaters, boat owners and other members of the public. As such we ask that you respect the premises as you would in any business — no running, jumping, yelling or other dangerous or disruptive activities.

Saunas are cleaned between each party, and at the end of each day.

Private bookings should have a reasonable expectation of privacy within their sauna and lounge area. That said, this is a public marina and a shared barge, thus total privacy cannot be guaranteed at all times. Guests must remain clothed in swimming attire at all times.

Freshwater showers are available for guests to rinse off, however soap is strictly prohibited for environmental reasons.

Drop-In reservations must be cancelled at least 3 hours in advance of booking. Bookings made within 3 hours of the start time are not eligible for cancellations or rescheduling. Private Sessions must be cancelled or rescheduled at least 48 hours in advance of your check-in time. No-shows and late cancellations will be charged in full. Bookings made within 24 hours of the start time are not eligible for cancellations or rescheduling.

There’s nothing better than a sauna in the rain. Sauna bookings will not be cancelled for weather.

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An adult must be present with all groups, with a minimum age of 14 to use the facilities.

At this time we ask that you do not bring food or drink aside from water onto the vessel. This includes alcohol as well. That said, there are beautiful lawns just onshore where we encourage anyone wanting to picnic to do so.

Our small vessel is moored at the end of a dock in a recreational marina. The vessel itself has a wheelchair ramp, and our North Sauna has been built to accommodate a wheelchair.

While we love your pets, we unfortunately cannot let them onto the vessel, nor can we watch them on shore