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Muir Woods National Monument, Mill Valley

4.7
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Must see · Forest · National Park
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 $73 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods & Sausalito Half-Day Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito)
4.3
Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $159 BOOK WITH VIATOR San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch
4.5
Duration: 10 to 11 hours
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FROM $125 BOOK WITH VIATOR Alcatraz Tour plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip
4.1
Duration: 7 hours
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FROM $99 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour plus Bay Cruise
4.1
Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $85 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods Tour of California Coastal Redwoods (Entrance fee included)
4.5
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $125 BOOK WITH VIATOR The Ultimate Day in the Bay Including Muir Woods
4.9
Duration: 6 hours
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FROM $69 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Half Day Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour
4.3
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $169 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour
4.3
Duration: 10 hours
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FROM $89 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour
4.8
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
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FROM $69 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Half Day Muir Woods and Sausalito Afternoon Tour
3.8
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $159 BOOK WITH VIATOR Combo Tour: Small Group Muir Wood, Sausalito and Wine Country Tour
4.6
Duration: 9 hours
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FROM $85 BOOK WITH VIATOR Muir Woods Expedition Tour of Coastal Redwoods
4.2
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
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  • By morris7180
    What a wonderful hike we had! If you appreciate the outdoors and stately Redwoods, this is the place for you!  more »
  • By MNRLVEU
    What a beautiful historic national park. The park is well maintained and accessible with a reservation. The walk way through the park is very well maintained and flat other than a ramp/steps leading.....  more »
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  • By K P
    We went last fall to San Francisco and decided to stop here as it is close. It was one of my favorite parts of the trip. The park rangers are excited to teach kids. It was so beautiful and not overly crowded. Lots to explore and go at your own pace. My kids got to be junior park rangers and get a badge.
  • By Amanda Monahan
    We loved hiking here. It is a one of a kind experience. We reserved afternoon parking and were able to park close to the visitor center. It looked like sometimes the parking is pretty far out, my guess would be in the morning. My son was in awe of the giant trees. I highly recommend this park! ♥️
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