Energetic summertime visitors may want to visit Muir Woods by hiking to it, or perhaps you do, too. Our vigorous 6-mile loop hike from Pantoll on Mount Tamalpais, down the Stapleveldt and Ben Johnson ...

The switchbacks were nice, as was the sound of Fern Creek heard almost the entire way up the canyon and back down. For those unable to make the trek to Muir Woods in the next few weeks, Fern Creek has ...

The past two weeks of rain have turned parts of Muir Woods National Monument into a swamp, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t go — though you might want to bring waterproof shoes. After so many years ...

The Main Trail at Muir Woods National Monument offers an experience that feels both grounding and awe-inspiring, where every step brings you deeper into a forest that seems almost untouched by time.

There’s a secret back door to Muir Woods National Monument that most visitors don’t know about — and it’s guaranteed to delight hikers who discover it. If you park high above the 554-acre preserve on ...

Craving a break from San Francisco’s urban energy? You don’t have to travel far here for epic outdoor adventures. In fact, some of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders in the United States are just ...

Muir Woods is known for its massive redwoods and peaceful trails, but is it really worth the hassle? Crowds, strict entry rules, and parking nightmares have left some visitors wondering if it lives up ...

The East Peak of Mount Tamalpais has always been Marin’s calling card. We look up to it throughout much of Marin and the North Bay Area. The Verna Dunshee Trail allows you to look down on those areas, ...

The Dipsea Race Foundation is hoping to convince the National Park Service to expedite the closure of a longstanding gap on the famed Dipsea Trail in Muir Woods that is set to be completed near the ...