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 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

What was once a confusing piece of nature in the heart of a Bay Area county is now a raised wooded walkway through coastal California’s most celebrated trees. Marin County Parks completed its $3.5 ...