THE WET MILE

COME WANDER THE WET MILE

While we all have varying hours, we invite you to wander The Wet Mile. 
​For days/hours open and offerings for each location, visit individual websites. 

1. Savage & Cooke American Distillery

Founded by celebrated winemaker and distiller Dave Phinney, Savage & Cooke is a remarkable repurposing of Buildings 45 & 65, at the end of the building ways in the Historic Core of Mare Island. Enjoy a tour of the facility and a private tasting by appointment, or come by the restaurant Thursday - Sunday from 12pm-7pm to taste their full range of spirits, craft cocktails, fried chicken, and soulful sides. 

2. Mare Island Brewing Co. – Coal Shed Brewery

Originally built in 1898 to house the coal that powered Navy steamships, Mare Island Brewing Co. has transformed this historic building into a state-of-the-art 15-barrel brewhouse. The Coal Shed Brewery sits at the edge of the Mare Island Strait, offering killer brews, waterfront views, and tasty food from its Pie Wagon food truck. The Coal Shed Brewery is open to the public Thursday-Sunday. Please visit their website for current hours. 

3. Mare Island Art Studios

When the Shipyard first closed in 1996, one of the first groups to repurpose a building was this artists co-op; for over 20 years now they have called the Island home. On the waterfront at the northernmost end of The Wet Mile, the artist studio is not otherwise open to the public (save for a few special events throughout the year), but on Sundays from 12-4pm the artists open their gallery, retail shop, and teach art classes (sign up online).

4. Vino Godfather Winery

Vino Godfather Winery has breathed glorious life into one of the former's Captain's quarters on Officer's Row. Step back in time, and taste local wines in the stately rooms as well as the picturesque and expansive back lawn. Vino Godfather is open Thursday-Sunday and features a variety of events. 

5. Mare Island Historic Park Foundation

Stroll through 142 years of Naval Shipyard history. Mare Island Historic Park Foundation offers a standing 10am guided tour through historic Mare Island landmarks on the first and third Saturday of every month, and advanced registration required. For alternative times or to inquire about group tours visit the website. 

HIKING ON MARE ISLAND

The Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve

A 100+ acre wooded park at the very southernmost end of the Island with a historic cemetery, osprey nests, and a steep one-mile hike to the highest point on the Island, featuring "The Spirit Ship" sculpture and a panoramic 360 degree view of the Bay and beyond. 

Mare Island San Pablo Bay Trail

​A flat, four mile trail along the bay-side waterfront with sweeping vistas of the Bay and Mt. Tam, and lots of birds and wildlife. No bikes allowed, but the hike is fantastic.