Is it hard to find parking at Muir Woods?

Parking at Muir Woods is controlled by a reservation system. There are less than 300 spots in the lot, and when you make a reservation you'll pick a day and time for your vehicle to arrive. You cannot drive to the park and get a reservation on site — they can only be purchased online in advance.



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Muir Woods National Monument contains 6 miles of trails. There is a 1/2 hour loop, a 1 hour loop, and a 1 1/2 hour loop as well as longer hikes on trails that extend into surrounding Mount Tamalpais State Park.

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The distance from San Francisco to Muir Woods is only 17 miles. So, technically, you can take an Uber or Lyft driver to the park. However, there is no cell phone service in Muir Woods. So, it won't be possible for you to hire a driver for the ride back to San Francisco.

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Muir Woods is only 16 miles from the center of San Francisco proper. It's much closer than the well known Redwood National Forest, but you should still budget at least half a day to enjoy the smaller forest. The Muir Woods shuttle takes approximately 30 minutes from the drop-off locations to get to the park entrance.

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There is a reason Muir Woods is one of the most popular day trips from San Francisco – this small national monument packs a powerful punch. From experiencing breathtaking coastal and forest views to wandering through the famous redwood forest, Muir Woods is easily one of our favorite places in the Bay Area.

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Things To Know Before Heading To Muir Woods National Monument
  1. Reservations Are Required. ...
  2. Plan Your Transportation. ...
  3. Dress Appropriately. ...
  4. Prepare for Limited Connectivity. ...
  5. Bring Essentials. ...
  6. Stay on Designated Trails. ...
  7. Take Your Time. ...
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Muir Woods from November through April Muir Woods weather in the winter brings even more rain than down at sea level. If you come on a sunny day, just remember that Muir Woods closes at sunset and that the mornings can be the most glorious time to see the redwood groves in all their splendor.

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Trail Surface: Firm Muir Woods' main trail begins at the visitor center and follows Redwood Creek on both sides of the stream. Large redwood trees line this trail from the very beginning. Though a level, easy stroll, the walk can be shortened by crossing at the second or third bridge to return.

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The trails throughout Muir Woods are flat and super easy, so you will be fine even if you are not a very advanced hiker. If you simply want to see the redwoods, you can walk around Redwood Creek Trail. However, if you want to avoid the crowds and are not afraid of a more strenuous hike, take Canopy View Trail.

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Muir Woods Trail – Bridge 3 and back| Level of difficulty: Easy | Length: 1.3-mile | Duration: 1h. This path follows the Redwood Creek Trail, which is the most popular taken way for anyone visiting the Muir Woods National Park.

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Muir Woods National Monument is in Marin County, California, just a few miles north of San Francisco. The 558-acre monument preserves one of the last remaining ancient redwood forests in the Bay Area. Some of the redwoods are nearly 1,000 years old and reach heights of more than 250 feet.

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