In August 1775, Lt. Juan Manuel de Ayala brought his sailing ship into San Francisco Bay and anchored it in what is now Ayala Cove. He christened the island Isla de los Angeles. Indian use of Angel Island began at least 2,000 years ago. The Coastal Miwok Indians who inhabited Marin County reached the island in reed boats. Their village's choice sites were converted by the federal government for military bases and an Asian immigration station, known as the Ellis Island of the West.

Visit Angel Island State Park, the Jewel of San Francisco Bay, by taking the 10-minute ferry ride from downtown Tiburon! We provide year-round service with both scheduled ferry transportation and special charter operations.

The last family-owned ferry and sightseeing service on San Francisco Bay, we have been in operation since 1959, serving Angel Island and a variety of chartered and other cruises. Learn more about our services by clicking on the links at the left.

Bicycles can be rented in Tiburon and on the island. Kayaking tours are also available. Guides are stationed at historic points.