Muir Woods National Monument

Muir Woods National Monument protects one of the last remaining old-growth coastal redwood forests in the Bay Area. Located in Marin County just north of San Francisco, visitors can wander along accessible wooden boardwalks and scenic hiking trails surrounded by towering, centuries-old trees. The monument also features an informative visitor center, educational ranger talks, and a gift shop and cafe.

Expert notes

• 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.

Features

• Birding
• Breathtaking Views
• Cafe
• Educational Workshops
• Family Fun
• Famous
• Hiking
• Local Favorite
• Lush
• Relaxing
• Wheelchair Accessible

Special occasion reservations

Check out https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/permits.htm for weddings, picnics, filming, athletic events, engagement photo sessions, or other special events reservations.