Larkspur

Tucked away under the redwoods beneath Mt. Tam, Larkspur is known for its world-class restaurant Lark Tavern. The main street, Magnolia Avenue, is a vibrant destination for food lovers who frequent Picco, Cafe Rulli, and Left Bank Brasserie. The Lark Theater has been recently restored to its art deco glory by a community effort that supports first-run films and live music performances. The Larkspur/Corte Madera path runs a few blocks parallel to Magnolia on a former railroad right-of-way and is popular with families, dog walkers, and bikers on their way to Pt Reyes.

Larkspur and neighboring Corte Madera share one of the best school districts in the state, with Redwood High School consistently achieving API scores in the high 880s.