• 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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    Adverse weather may cause delays on roads leading to Muir Woods. See Mill Valley on 511.org for traffic info. In heavy fog, use low-beam headlights. Tail-lights will be visible to drivers behind you.

Be A Junior Ranger

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...