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Muir Woods National Monument

Seventeen miles northwest of San Francisco on the southwestern slope of Mount Tamalpais, Muir Woods National Monument is reached via the Golden Gate Bridge and SR 1. Named for noted conservationist John Muir, the 560-acre Muir Woods National Monument is one of the most beautiful and accessible of the famous redwood groves which 140 million years ago blanketed much of the Northern Hemisphere. The Sequoia sempervirens, tallest of all tree life--though not as large in girth as the Sequoia gigantea--is well represented. Some coast redwoods reach a height of 250 feet with diameters of more than 12 feet.

Although coast redwood trees are most common in the forest, Douglas fir, maple, oak and bay laurel also thrive. Due to a lack of food caused by the shady forest conditions, animal life is sparse. Trails for hiking and exploring range from a half-mile to 2 miles long. Some trails combine with others in Mount Tamalpais State Park near Mill Valley.

Neither picnicking nor camping is permitted at the monument, and pets are not allowed. Since roads leading to the park are steep and winding, vehicles longer than 35 feet are not permitted. Golden Gate Transit provides a shuttle service to the monument Saturday and Sunday, Memorial Day through Labor Day; for information phone (415) 455-2000.

Food is available. Monument open daily 8-dusk. A visitor center is open daily 9-6, Apr.-Oct.; 9-5, rest of year. For a less crowded summer visit, plan to arrive before 10 or after 3. Admission $3, under 16 free. For additional information contact the Site Supervisor, Muir Woods National Monument, Mill Valley, CA 94941; phone (415) 388-2595, or (916) 556-2766.