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John Muir National Historic Site
Things To Do

Start with an orientation to the site at the visitor center, and enjoy the twenty minute biographical film of Muir's life,"A Glorious Journey". It is shown on demand throughout the day. Restrooms and our bookstore are also located in the visitor center.


The Muir Home is available for self guided tours from 10 am to 5 PM, seven days a week. Public tours are available at 2:00 Monday through Friday, and 2:00 and 3:00 on weekends. Please call (925) 228-8860 ext. 6400 to organize group tours. There are picnic tables available on the grounds.


The Martinez Adobe, built in 1849, is also on site and open to the public.The two downstairs rooms of the adobe have our new exhibit about the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail.


Mt. Wanda is available for sauntering seven days a week, sunrise to sunset. It is 1 mile uphill to get to the top. Always bring water and wear comfortable shoes when setting out for the 640 foot summit!

 
Wildflower walks, Bird walks and Full Moon walks are available on Mt. Wanda. Call the site for more information at: (925) 228-8860.

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Did You Know?

Did You Know?
"My life these days is like the life of a glacier...one eternal grind; ...soon I'll throw down my pen and take up my heels and go mountaineering once more." LIFE & LETTERS OF JOHN MUIR

Last Updated: October 08, 2011 at 11:55 MST