Muir Woods
Mill Valley, California · National Monument
Muir Woods is a majestic old-growth redwood forest located just north of San Francisco. Visitors can enjoy serene hiking trails among towering trees, some of which are over 1,000 years old, while experiencing the unique biodiversity of this protected area.
Top trails
- Fern Creek, Lost, and Canopy Trail Loop — 3.1 mi · 615 ft gain · 1h 20m · Loop
- Dipsea Trail (Ben Johnson Trail) to Stinson Beach — 10.1 mi · Point to point
- Matt Davis Trail to Bootjack Trail Loop — 7.5 mi · Loop
- Canopy View Trail — 1.5 mi one way · 753 ft gain · 52m · Point to point
- Redwood Creek Trail — 1.4 mi one way · 79 ft gain · 30m · Point to point
More trails here: Dipsea Trail, Ben Johnson Trail, Hillside Trail, Bohemian Grove Trail.
Visiting
Fees — Shuttle Reservation Adult: $3.75, Large Vehicle: $45, Shuttle Reservation Child: $0, Muir Woods Annual: $45, Standard Vehicle: $9.5, America the Beautiful: $0.
Parking: Parking fees apply and are charged separately from the park entry fee; specific pricing is not published on the NPS page. Reservations are made through the GoMuirWoods.com portal or by calling 1-800-410-2419.. No dogs. Phone: (415) 561-2850.
Typical weather
| Month | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 54°F | 43°F | 4.7 in |
| Feb | 55°F | 44°F | 5.0 in |
| Mar | 57°F | 46°F | 3.6 in |
| Apr | 58°F | 47°F | 1.6 in |
| May | 61°F | 50°F | 0.8 in |
| Jun | 65°F | 52°F | 0.2 in |
| Jul | 66°F | 53°F | 0.0 in |
| Aug | 67°F | 54°F | 0.0 in |
| Sep | 68°F | 54°F | 0.1 in |
| Oct | 65°F | 52°F | 1.0 in |
| Nov | 59°F | 47°F | 2.4 in |
| Dec | 54°F | 44°F | 4.5 in |
Coordinates: 37.8970, -122.5811. Official website.
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