Muir Woods National Monument

"Located in Marin County, California, Muir Woods is a beautiful ancient redwood forest that offers a serene escape into nature with towering trees, tranquil walking paths, and rich biodiversity. 📍Muir Woods National Monument, California (just north of San Francisco)🇺🇸 ⏰The park is open 365 days a year and hours are typically from 8am-sunset! The park is beautiful year round! We went in December and had great weather! 💸There is an entrance fee of $15 per person to enter the park! There is also a $9 parking reservation fee that must be reserved ahead of time! ‼️There is NO cell service in the park! Just keep this in mind if you are ubering there or need maps! 🥾There’s 6 miles of trails at Muir Woods, including 3 loops that vary in length! You can also hike the trails that surround the park and extend into Mount Tamalpais State Park! ‼️MORE INFO⬇️ 🌲Getting There: There are many ways to get to the park! You can drive, take the seasonal shuttle (from off site parking lots), ride shares/taxis, and public transport! 🌲Amenities: There’s a visitor center, gift shop, and cafe! Make sure to bring your own food/snacks, the food in the cafe was quite pricey. 🌲Weather: The weather can be cool and foggy, even in the summer! Make sure to dress in layers! "

"Muir Woods National Monument is a great location if you’re looking to hike among the California Red Woods! With plenty of hiking trails accessible at Muir Woods National Monument, you could easily spend the entire day exploring. We chose to hike the Muir Woods Main Trail and Hillside Loop which was 4.75 km’s / 2.6 mi. long with 42 m / 131 ft of elevation gain. Along the Muir Woods Main Trail you’ll cross 4 bridges and have access to many connecting trails. All trails are well marked with signs so you won't get lost! At the 4th bridge you can opt to turn around or connect to the Hillside Loop which brings you above the trees you've just walked past and back to the 2nd bridge. Along the Hillside Loop you’ll see the Muir Woods Main Trail from above! When you’re visiting make sure to book parking in advance as this is required to enter the park even with an annual pass. If you have an annual parks pass your entry to the park will be covered for up to 4 visitors. Alternatively, entry to the park will be $15 each."

"With towering redwoods close to 1,000 years old, this National Monument is a must do for any trip to San Francisco. You can take the Muir Woods Shuttle from the Sausalito Ferry Terminal. Entry tickets to the park are $15 for adults and free for children. "