Nick’s Cove boat shack reopens after destructive 2024 fire, restoring a beloved piece of Tomales Bay

Nick’s Cove boat shack reopens after destructive 2024 fire, restoring a beloved piece of Tomales Bay

The rebuilt Nick’s Cove boat shack glowed Wednesday under clear skies in Marshall, its reflection shimmering in the waters of Tomales Bay beneath the pier — a familiar silhouette returning nearly two years after fire destroyed the original cabin that generations of locals treated as their own. Inside, colored string lights stretch across the ceiling. Vintage nautical decor lines the walls. The scent of fresh wood lingers in the air. Through a la…

A Marin County Icon Has Risen From the Ashes

Nick’s Cove Boat Shack is back. Nearly two years after a fire consumed the beloved shack at the end of the Nick’s Cove pier, a newly built boathouse has risen in its place. It officially opened Wednesday, Dec. 10. On Dec. 7, the brand-new structure welcomed Santa for a quick hot chocolate and photo op with local fans. No word yet on where the sleigh parked (though if you’ve ever tried parking at Nick’s Cove, you know the challenge). Lobster roll…

The Bay Area's Most Beloved Boat Shack Finally Reopens After Devastating Fire

Nearly two years after a fire destroyed the historic Boat Shack at Nick’s Cove, one of Tomales Bay’s most nostalgic waterfront destinations has officially reopened its rebuilt gathering space on the pier. Set 400 feet down the property’s public boardwalk, the new Boat Shack maintains the same footprint but introduces thoughtful updates that strengthen its sense of place (and its resilience to fire). There’s a large picture window framing Hog Isl…