The Inkwells

The Inkwells (also known as The Ink Wells) are 2 deep natural swimming pools in Lagunitas Creek, in Marin County, California.[1] The upper Inkwell is also known as "Shafters", named after the former railroad bridge that bore its name nearby, whereas the lower Inkwell is simply known as "Inkwell" or "Hole" because it is deeper and darker. Together, they are known as "The Inkwells". They are a common swimming spot in summer, despite failing to meet current water quality standards due to high levels of coliform.[2][3] The Inkwells are accessible by car as well as public transit, with a Marin Transit bus stop being less than a mile away.[4] The Inkwells Bridge, which runs above the inkwells, is part of the Bay Area Ridge Trail. It also carries pipes that bring water from nearby Kent Lake and the nearby Nicasio Reservoir to be treated.[5]

The Inkwells
The Ink Wells
One of the Inkwells
LocationMarin County, California
Coordinates38.004831 -122.708891
Part ofLagunitas Creek/Tomales Bay Watershed
Primary inflowsLagunitas Creek
Primary outflowsLagunitas Creek
Surface elevation51.0 m (167.3 ft)
Referenceshttps://www.freemaptools.com/elevation-finder.htm

References
  1. "Swim at the Inkwells". www.theoutbound.com. Retrieved 2022-04-18.
  2. Guide, The Swim. "Inkwells". Swim Guide. Retrieved 2022-04-18.
  3. "Marin County beaches receive 'outstanding' water quality ratings". Marin Independent Journal. 2020-07-12. Retrieved 2022-04-18.
  4. "Ink Wells to Sir Francis Drake Blvd & W Cintura Av". Ink Wells to Sir Francis Drake Blvd & W Cintura Av. Retrieved 2022-04-18.
  5. Hall, Catie (2009-05-06). "The Seven Wonders of Marin: The Inkwells". The Seven Wonders of Marin. Retrieved 2022-04-18.
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