1 Muir Woods Rd, mill valley
National Park, Monument, Scenic
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$0-$15
Muir Woods National Monument is part of California’s Golden Gate National Recreation Area. It is famous for its towering redwood trees. There are short and long-distance trails to walk among the redwoods. Federally protected since 1908, this ancient forest is a refuge and laboratory, revealing our relationship with the living landscape. Park also has a gift shop and cafe.
The best time to visit Muir Woods is in the early morning to see the beautiful fog views and sun after some time.
- It is a fantastic place to experience the redwoods, beautiful hiking trails, and scenery.
- There is NO cell phone service or WiFi at or around Muir Woods National Monument. Download the area map before your visit.
- Muir Woods National Monument contains 6 miles of trails. There is a 1/2-hour loop, a 1-hour loop, and a 1-1/2-hour loop, as well as longer hikes on trails that extend into surrounding Mount Tamalpais State Park.
- Dress in layers and wear sturdy shoes.
- Reservations are now required for all personal vehicles and shuttle riders visiting Muir Woods National Monument. Visit https://gomuirwoods.com to reserve.
- Admission ticket fees
- Children Free
- Youth Free
- Adults $15
- Senior citizens $15
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- Free admission on the following days Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., the First day of National Park Week (April 15th), the Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act (August 4), National Public Lands Day (September 30), Veterans Day (November 11)
- A group of four can purchase Muir Woods Annual pass for 45$. It is good for 12 months of unlimited entries and admits the pass holder and three persons (16 and older).
- Local Favorite
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Hiking
- Relaxing
- Breathtaking Views
- Famous
- Family Fun
- Lush
- Birding
- Educational Workshops
- Cafe
Check out https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/permits.htm for weddings, picnics, filming, athletic events, engagement photo sessions, or other special events reservations.
- Monday 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Tuesday 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Wednesday 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Thursday 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Friday 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Saturday 8:00 am-8:00 pm
- Sunday 8:00 am-8:00 pm