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Muir Woods National Monument, Mill Valley

4.7

#1 of 143 in Things to do in Marin County

Must see · Forest · National Park

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Just a short drive north of San Francisco, Muir Woods National Monument protects a pristine area of about 97 hectares (240 acres) of old-growth redwood forest. Walk among the giant trees, which are some of the tallest living things on the planet. You can choose from several trails, ranging in length and difficulty. For an easy hike through a grove of trees nearly a millennium old, take the short main trail loop. If you feel a little more adventurous, put on pair of good hiking shoes and take the 3 km (2 mi) trail to the top of "Cardiac Hill," which offers unobstructed views of San Francisco and the Pacific Ocean. To visit Muir Woods National Monument and other attractions in Mill Valley, use our Mill Valley trip planner.

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Tours to Muir Woods National Monument

FROM $89 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods & Sausalito Half-Day Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito) Muir Woods & Sausalito Half-Day Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito)

4.4

Duration: 5 hours

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FROM $169 BOOK WITH VIATOR San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

4.6

Duration: 10 hours

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FROM $159 BOOK WITH VIATOR Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip

4.1

Duration: 7 hours

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FROM $119 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Tour: San Francisco and Muir Woods with Lunch in Sausalito Small Group Tour: San Francisco and Muir Woods with Lunch in Sausalito

5.0

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes

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FROM $85 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods Tour of California Coastal Redwoods (Entrance fee included) Muir Woods Tour of California Coastal Redwoods (Entrance fee included)

4.6

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

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FROM $110 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour plus Bay Cruise Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour plus Bay Cruise

4.2

Duration: 6 hours

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FROM $79 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Half Day Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour Small Group Half Day Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour

4.5

Duration: 4 hours

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FROM $99 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

4.8

Duration: 4 to 5 hours

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FROM $169 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour Small Group Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour

4.6

Duration: 10 hours

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FROM $78 BOOK WITH VIATOR Big Bus Muir Woods Tour Big Bus Muir Woods Tour

4.5

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

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FROM $79 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Half Day Muir Woods and Sausalito Afternoon Tour Small Group Half Day Muir Woods and Sausalito Afternoon Tour

4.1

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes

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FROM $89 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods Expedition Tour of Coastal Redwoods Muir Woods Expedition Tour of Coastal Redwoods

4.2

Duration: 4 to 5 hours

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4.8

By Amy H

Reservations are required so be sure to make them before traveling the windy road to the bottom of the mountain. There is no cell service at the bottom.

Reservations are required so be sure to make them before traveling the windy road to the bottom of the mountain. There is no cell service at the bottom. more »
By gailb125

Great spot for a hike and to see some redwoods. Plenty of trails and the gift shop is so nice with many little things. Highly recommend.

Great spot for a hike and to see some redwoods. Plenty of trails and the gift shop is so nice with many little things. Highly recommend. more »

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By Angela Chen

Gorgeous place to walk around and see giant tall red wood trees! A really kid/elder friendly park, very walkable. You can easily spend 3 hours here. Worth checking it out! Definitely reserve parking online at least the day before. Also, bring your annual national park pass if you have one, so you can get in for free.

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By Kyle Kempf

My favorite natural location around San Francisco. I've been here a few times and each time is just as incredible and inspiring as the last. There are quite a few longer hikes accessible from the main Muir woods visitor center but there's also flat boardwalk trails for people in any shape. It's usually pretty cool in the trees so make sure to bring a jacket. You have to make a reservation to guarantee a parking spot but then the entrance can be covered with an America the Beautiful pass or a fee.

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