• Visitors from all over the world come to explore the tranquility, beauty, and nature sounds of Muir Woods National Monument.

    Muir Woods

    National Monument California

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  • Muir Beach Parking Lot Closed June-November 2013

    This alert applies to Muir Beach, but not nearby Muir Woods. Muir Beach parking lot closed June-November 2013 for construction. Restrooms and parking will not be available at Muir Beach during this period. Check back for updates or call (415)561-3054.

  • Dipsea Foot Bridge at the Annex Lot is BACK!

    The Dipsea foot bridge at the Annex Lot is back in place. Thanks to all who took the Deer Park Fire Road detour. Taking those extra steps helped to protect Redwood Creek and the endangered juvenile coho.

Be A Junior Ranger

Investigating the animals in Muir Woods

Junior Ranger Day at Muir Woods

This Sunday, April 21, 10 AM - 2PM. Fun booths, journal making, become a Muir Woods Junior Ranger (ages 8-12 years). Free event in front of the Muir Woods Visitor Center in partnership with Chico State students. Note: Event is free in front of the Visitor Center, but $7 entrance fee into the forest applies.

 
Photograph of a Junior Ranger booklet on a wooden table.

Cover of the Muir Woods Junior Ranger Activity Book

Be a Muir Woods Junior Ranger!

When you earn your Junior Ranger badge or certificate, you'll learn what park rangers do to help protect Muir Woods. As a Junior Ranger, you'll care for our national parks, teach others what you learn, and discover new ways to experience your environment. Pick up your free copy at the Visitor Center or download your very own here.

 
 
Forest Discovery: A Muir Woods Quest booklet. A fun and engaging activity for families with kids. Follow clues in the forest that lead to the quest box where you'll find a prize.

Redwood Discovery: A Quest in Muir Woods. A fun and engaging activity for families with kids.

Redwood Discovery: A Quest at Muir Woods

Create lasting memories as you and your family solve the rhyming riddles of this free activity to learn some of the secrets of the Woods known by rangers, and now you! In the end, find the treasure box and earn bragging rights for completing Redwood Discovery: A Quest at Muir Woods! Download your free copy here or ask for one at the Visitor Center. Suitable for kids 6-12 years old.

Did You Know?

United Nations in Muir Woods National Monument in 1945

Muir Woods’ Cathedral Grove hosted the first United Nations conference May 19, 1945.  Present were delegates from 48 nations to establish a lasting peace following the Second World War. More...