Muir Woods National Monument

National Park Service, California.

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?

Nearby Activities

  • Hiking
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

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. Vehicles over 17ft need an oversized parking spot.

Additional Information

  • Muir Woods National Monument Map
  • Muir Woods National Monument Official Website

Photo Gallery

  • Muir Woods National MonumentEntrance to Muir Woods National Monument
  • Muir Woods EntranceEntrance Gate to Muir Woods
  • Muir Woods National Monument
  • Bridge through Muir WoodsSummer is a busy time at Muir Woods. Visit early in the morning for the most pleasant experience.
  • Bohemian GroveLater afternoon is a gorgeous time of day to visit Bohemian Grove, inside Muir Woods.
  • Horestail FernHorsetail fern, an Equisetum, is common along Redwood Creek. Horsetail fern is one of the oldest plant species in the world.
  • Banana SlugBanana slugs creep along the forest floor in Muir Woods and are likely to be abundant in the warmer days of winter.
  • Tree ClimbingScientists Marie Antoine and Steve Sillett climbing a redwood tree in Muir Woods for the 2014 BioBlitz.
  • Informal interpretation at Muir WoodsMuir Woods rangers deliver daily tree talks to connect visitors with the redwood forest ecosystem.
  • Rangers speaking with school groupMore than just a forest, Muir Woods has rich cultural history.
  • Visitor at MUWO signVisitors can receive orientation at the front entrance before visiting the forest.
  • rangers pointing at redwoodsRangers are always available at Muir Woods to welcome visitors, answer questions, and provide orientation.

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