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National Monument · CA

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?

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Photos

Wooden sign and entrance to Muir Woods National Monument
Entrance to Muir Woods National Monument
A wooden bridge crosses Redwood Creek in the redwood forest
Summer is a busy time at Muir Woods. Visit early in the morning for the most pleasant experience.
Sun rays shine down on a visitor among very tall redwood trees
Later afternoon is a gorgeous time of day to visit Bohemian Grove, inside Muir Woods.
A yellow banana slug creeping along a twig
Banana slugs creep along the forest floor in Muir Woods and are likely to be abundant in the warmer days of winter.
in a shady forest, a ranger in a flat hat and green uniform speaks with a small group of visitors
Muir Woods rangers deliver daily tree talks to connect visitors with the redwood forest ecosystem.
Two rangers stand next to a big sign and speak to visitors seated in the foreground
More than just a forest, Muir Woods has rich cultural history.
a visitor points to a sign that says muir woods
Visitors can receive orientation at the front entrance before visiting the forest.
two rangers in flat hats with their backs to the camera point at trees in the distance
Rangers are always available at Muir Woods to welcome visitors, answer questions, and provide orientation.

Activities

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