Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map in one. Begin at the Muir Woods Visitor Center, where you’ll get an introduction to the park’s history and significance. (NOTE: Be sure to make a parking reservation in advance.)
Step into Cathedral Grove, home to some of the tallest redwoods, and learn about their incredible growth and resilience. Continue to Bohemian Grove, a majestic collection of ancient trees that have stood for centuries. Follow the Main Trail (Redwood Creek Trail), a peaceful path along Redwood Creek that immerses you in the forest’s serene beauty.
Take the Hillside Trail for elevated views of the forest canopy, offering a new perspective on these towering giants. Venture onto the Ben Johnson Trail, where rich biodiversity highlights the delicate balance of this thriving ecosystem. The Dipsea Trail provides open vistas and scenic connections to the surrounding landscape.
Explore the Canopy View Trail to marvel at the redwoods from above, then follow the Fern Creek Trail along a tranquil creek lined with lush ferns. Conclude your journey at Muir Beach, where the rugged coastline provides the perfect backdrop for relaxation.
This self-guided tour blends serene forest trails, stunning views, and fascinating history, offering an unforgettable experience of Muir Woods and its surroundings.
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