![]() Plan ahead for your visit:PetsPets are not permitted in Muir Woods. The park is very small and can get very crowded. To protect the wildlife, other visitors, and your pet, we suggest that you visit nearby areas such as the Coastal Trail at Muir Beach, and some trails in the Marin Headlands where they are permitted. For more information please click here. Hours of OperationMuir Woods is open until 8:00 am until approximately sunset. For more information on hours of operation, visit our Basic Information page. Maps and HikesView a map of Muir Woods and the surrounding area ![]() Parking and FeesParking reservations are always required via GoMuirWoods.com ahead of your visit. There is NO cell phone service or WiFi at or around Muir Woods National Monument. Download your parking reservation in advance. Entrance FeesMuir Woods has an entrance fee that is separate from parking and shuttle reservations. Entrance fees may be purchased in advance with your parking reservation via GoMuirWoods.com or upon arrival to the park. Please visit Fees and Passes page for more information. About the parking timing system:Your reservation comes with a 30-minute arrrival window. You are guaranteed a parking spot during that period. If you are in a standard sized vehicle, you are then welcome to stay until the park closes. ShuttleRide the Muir Woods Shuttle! The shuttle is only for visitors who parked off-site, and need to be shuttled on-site, and is a good option for those looking to take public transporation. There is no shuttle that runs through the Woods, it is a walking-only park. Ride-shares and TaxisYou may take a ride-share or taxi to Muir Woods without a reservation, however, there is no cell-service at Muir Woods to call them for a return ride. If the shuttle is running, you may act as a 'stand-by' passenger to ride the shuttle back into town if there is space and availability. You must have cash, and shuttle drivers do not have the capacity for change back. Check the shuttle prices online at gomuirwoods.com Public Transit OptionsPublic Transit to Muir Woods that drops off directly at Muir Woods is limited to the Muir Woods shuttle (see information above). Gift stores and CafeThe Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy bookstore is located at the Visitor Center. You can also view their online offerings at https://store.parksconservancy.org/.
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Last updated: February 7, 2023