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Beautiful scenery and gorgeous weather work together to make Larkspur a serene place both to visit and to live. Larkspur is a charming community with a distinctive small-town flavor, situated at the foot of scenic Mount Tamalpais. A picturesque main street, historic Victorian homes, and the architectural award-winning Larkspur Landing create a unique ambiance.
This city of 12,000 residents is tucked away at the base of Mt. Tamalpais halfway between Sausalito and San Rafael. Larkspur is far enough away from Highway 101 to give you a feeling of seclusion, while at the same time it is close enough to provide for quick commutes. With its distinguishing architectural features, historical downtown district, and the residents' commitment to preserving a small town ambience, Larkspur has been labeled "typical of a small California town at the turn of the century." Magnolia Avenue adds to the town’s enchantment. A medley of wonderful shops, boutiques, restaurants, cafes, and galleries line the attractive streets.
Primarily an inland community, the area of Larkspur that fronts the water is home to the county's largest ferry terminal, Larkspur Landing. The ferries offer dramatic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Angel Island, and the City skyline as you make your way towards the historic San Francisco Ferry Building. |
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| Chamber of Commerce |
Larkspur Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 315 Larkspur, CA 94977
Telephone: 415.838.0038
Unites businesses, local leaders and concerned citizens of Larkspur, Greenbrae, Kentfield and Ross. |
| Demographics |
Larkspur Demographics
Population (2000): 12,014
Median resident age: 45.9
Average household income (2000): $66,710
Mean home price (2004): $663,000 |
| Government |
City of Larkspur
Telephone: 415.927.5110
Council meets first and third Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. |
County of Marin
3501 Civic Center Drive San Rafael, CA 94903
Telephone: 415.499.7331 |
| HISTORY |
| The Larkspur Historical Society |
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| Fire Stations |
Fire Station 15 (Downtown Larkspur)
420 Magnolia Avenue Larkspur, CA 94977
Telephone: 415.927.5007 |
| Police Stations |
Twin Cities Police Department
250 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94925
Telephone: 415.927.5150 |
Marin County Sheriff's Office
3501 Civic Center Drive, #145 San Rafael, CA 94903
Telephone: 415.499.7250 or 911
Responsible for patrol services, prevention of crime and apprehension of criminals in unincorporated areas, and investigates criminal activity. It provides Mutual Aid support to local law enforcement and processes civil writs; serves court warrants. |
Marin Sheriff's Office & Emergency Services
3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 266 San Rafael, CA 94903
Telephone: 415.499.6584
Preparing for Earthquakes, Floods, Fires, Landslides, Volcanoes; Children and special populations; Pets and other animals; Securing furniture and bolting foundations; and more. |
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Larkspur Public Library
Larkspur City Hall 400 Magnolia Avenue First Floor Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.927.5005 |
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Larkspur Landing Farmers' Market
Larkspur Landing Larkspur Landing Circle Larkspur, CA 94925
Telephone: 415.382.7846
May - October on Saturdays 10AM - 2PM |
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Corte Madera/Larkspur Mothers' Club
P.O. Box 823 Corte Madera, CA 94977
Telephone: 415.451.7234 |
Marin Girls Softball
San Rafael, CA
Telephone: 415.721.4647 |
Tidalwaves Swim Team
Larkspur, CA 94930
Telephone: 415.924.7206 |
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Larkspur Recreation Department
400 Magnolia Avenue Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.927.5110 |
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Calvary Baptist Church of Larkspur
2 Baltimore Avenue Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.924.2250 |
Saint Patrick's Church
114 King Street Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.924.0600 |
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Larkspur School District |
Hall Middle School
200 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.927.6978
347 students; Grades 6-8; Public |
Marin Primary And Middle School
20 Magnolia Avenue Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.924.2608
232 students; PK-8; Private |
Neil Cummins Elementary
58 Mohawk Avenue Corte Madera, CA 94925
Telephone: 415.927.6965
An award-winning public school for kindergarten through fifth graders in the Larkspur School District
620 students; K-5; Public |
Redwood High School
395 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.924.6200
1434 students; Grades 8-12; Public |
San Andreas High
599 William Avenue Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.945.3770
140 students; Grades 10-12; Public |
St. Patrick School
120 King Street Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.924.0501
256 students; K-8; Private |
Tamiscal High (Alternative)
305 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.945.3750
99 students; Grades 9-12; Public
An independent study high school |
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Sanitary District #1 (Ross Valley)
2000 Larkspur Landing Circle Larkspur, CA 94939
Telephone: 415.461.1122 |
Marin Recycling Center
535 Jacoby St. San Rafael, CA 94501
Telephone: 415.453.1404 |
Marin Municipal Water District
220 Nellen Avenue Corte Madera, CA 94925
Telephone: 415.945.1455 |
Comcast of North Bay |
AT&T Telephone
Telephone: 800.310.2355 |
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG & E)
Telephone: 800.743.5000 |
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Local Weather
Winter temperatures range from 41 to 75
Spring temperatures range from 44 to 76
Summer temperatures range from 49 to 85
Fall temperatures range from 50 to 82
Rainfall 55-65 days per year
Precipitation 43 inches per year |
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