Muir Woods National Monument - National Park Directory

beams of light from the top left corner of the image beam into a forest of towering redwood trunks

This 550-acre park protects an old-growth forest of coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens), the tallest type of tree in the world. Named for famed American naturalist John Muir, the National Monument occupies the homelands of the Coast Miwok people.

a visitor points to a sign that says muir woods

Visitors can receive orientation at the front entrance before entering the forest. Download the NPS App before you visit to have maps, self-guided tours, and more right in your hand.

A yellow banana slug creeping along a twig

Redwood forests are quiet and deeply shaded places in which wildlife may seem rare or absent entirely. In truth, redwood forests are surprisingly lively places, full of animals like this banana slug.

Two people walk on a meandering wooden boardwalk in a densely vegetated forest. Tall redwoods tower.

At Muir Woods, visitors can enjoy miles of trail meandering through the old-growth coast-redwood forest. Trail features include boardwalks & benches to ensure access for visitors with various mobility needs.

Two rangers stand next to a big sign and speak to visitors seated in the foreground

Knowledgeable National Park Service rangers offer several daily programs to help visitors connect with the site on a deeper level. Check our website calendar to learn more.

Photos: National Park Service

About 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?

Quick Facts

State California

Designation National Monument

State Code CA

Weather The coast redwood forest is cool most times of the year with temperatures ranging from 40 - 70 F/ 4 - 21 C. Always come prepared with layers. From late…

Location & Map

Muir Woods National Monument is located in California.

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Entrance Fees

Entrance - Per Person $15.00

$15 per person 16 years of age and older. Entrance fees may be purchased in advance with your parking/shuttle reservation or upon arrival to the park. Parking/shuttle reservations are required for all vehicles and shuttle riders visiting Muir Woods National Monument. Reservation fees are separate from entrance fees. Please visit GoMuirWoods.com for parking/shuttle reservations.

Operating Hours

Muir Woods is open every day of the year, with exceptions for inclement weather and hazardous conditions. Our core winter hours are 8 am- 5 pm; in the spring, summer, and fall we are open later based on increased daylight hours. Updates on closures will be posted as an alert to the website and on social-media pages.

Wednesday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Monday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Thursday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Sunday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Saturday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Activities

Food Dining Guided Tours Hiking Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Shopping Bookstore and Park Store

Getting There

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 north: 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 No vehicles over 35 feet. Vehicles over 17ft need an oversized parking spot. More info below:

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Contact & Address

Address Muir Woods National Monument, Mill Valley, CA, 94941

Phone 415-561-2850

Email MUWO_info@nps.gov

Entrance Passes

Annual Entrance - Park $45.00

This pass is good for 12 months. It admits the pass holder and three persons (16 and older) to Muir Woods. A physical card can be purchased at Muir Woods -OR- a digital version of the Muir Woods Annual Pass can be purchased on recreation.gov. Parking reservations are required for all visitors.

Topics & Themes

Animals Birds Fish Forests and Woodlands Coniferous Forests River and Riparian Trails Unique Species Endangered

Things To Do

Muir Woods Birdwatching

Birdwatching in Muir Woods

Whale watch from Muir Beach Overlook

Whale Watch from Muir Beach Overlook

Watch for whales and other wildlife from the Muir Beach Overlook.

Hike the Main Trail at Muir Woods

Visit the historic, infamous redwood forest at Muir Woods!

Walk along the established trail and boardwalk through the majestic Muir Woods.

Visitor Centers

Muir Woods Visitor Center

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…

Hours: Muir Woods is open until 8:00 am until approximately sunset. The Muir Woods Visitor Center is open 8:00 am to 30 minutes before the park closes.

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