John Muir NHS is a working orchard. It is also an old Victorian home, a two-story adobe, a nature area and a concrete block visitor center.

Here are some tips to make your visit a safe one:

A little unsure about getting up the hill to see Muir's home? We can provide transportation up to the house and back down.

Orchards have trees, climbing trees causes broken limbs...the trees and yours.

Orchards also have tractors, mowers, ladders, hoses and other machinery, please stay clear and look out.

Orchards often have bees (we need them for fruit!), so steer clear of our bee hives to remain safe.

The historic concrete pathways which surround the home are VERY slippery when they are wet. Please use caution!

Old Victorian homes have steep stairs, please hold the handrails and use caution.

Old Victorian homes have rugs with edges, be careful and watch your step.

Although all buildings in the park are seismically retro-fitted, no building is ever earthquake proof. Please leave buildings calmly with the first tremor.

All buildings have smoke/fire detectors, please leave buildings when alarm sounds.

Mt. Wanda is an uphill saunter of 1 mile to get to the summit. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water, as there is none available.

Please report any safety issues to staff, and we hope you enjoy your visit!