Muir Woods National Monument

Entrance to Muir Woods National Monument

Walk among old growth coast redwoods, cooling their roots in the fresh water of Redwood Creek and lifting their crowns to reach the sun and fog. Federally protected as a National Monument since 1908, this primeval forest is both refuge and laboratory, revealing our relationship with the living landscape. What will you discover in Muir Woods?

Bridge through Muir Woods

Summer is a busy time at Muir Woods. Visit early in the morning for the most pleasant experience.

Bohemian Grove

Later afternoon is a gorgeous time of day to visit Bohemian Grove, inside Muir Woods.

Lady Fern

At least ten species of ferns grow in Muir Woods - fern seem to grow larger in redwood forests than other forests - possibly competing for attention from the redwoods?

Horestail Fern

Horsetail fern, an Equisetum, is common along Redwood Creek. Horsetail fern is one of the oldest plant species in the world.

Trillium ovatum

Trillium ovatum blooms in late winter and early spring along the forest floor.

Banana Slug

Banana slugs creep along the forest floor in Muir Woods and are likely to be abundant in the warmer days of winter.

Tree Climbing

Scientists Marie Antoine and Steve Sillett climbing a redwood tree in Muir Woods for the 2014 BioBlitz.

Bench along main trail

Relax in the sunshine on this quiet bench along Muir Woods main trail.

Redwood trees

Meander along the main trail and consider your size compared to these giants.

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From San Francisco:

Muir Woods is located 11 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Take Hwy 101 North --> Mill Valley/Highway 1/ Stinson Beach Exit --> Follow the signs to Hwy 1 --> Follow the signs to Muir Woods

From the East Bay:

Take Hwy 580/Richmond/San Rafael Bridge West --> Hwy 101 South --> Take the Stinson Beach/Mill Valley Exit --> Follow the signs to Highway 1 --> Follow the signs to Muir Woods

Vehicles over 35 feet long are prohibited. RVs under 35' need an oversized parking spot.

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Muir Woods Visitor Center Facility

Visitors are required to check-in at the Visitor Center upon arriving at Muir Woods. Purchase entrance tickets or use your annual pass here for entrance fees, as well as receive a free map of the main trail of the park. You can also purchase annual passes, a detailed trail map of the surrounding area, and a variety of books and souvenirs. You can also pick up a free Junior Ranger booklet here, leave a comment card, or connect with ranger staff.

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