Muir Woods National Monument
California
The Golden Gate National Recreation Area protects areas throughout the San Francisco bay area that might be considered quintessential northern California landscapes--craggy cliffs overlooking the sea, beaches pounded by towering Pacific Ocean surf, Marin Headlands peaks disappearing into the fog. The old-growth coast redwood forest of Muir Woods National Monument is no exception. Until the last century or so, many valleys along the northern California coast were covered with majestic redwoods like these ones, which John Muir declared were"the best tree-lover's monument that could possibly be found in all the forests of the world."
Ironically, the area that is now Muir Woods National Monument was saved because in the 19th century it was just too hard for loggers to get there. Located just 12 miles from the Golden Gate Bridge, this old-growth stand is now wonderfully accessible to anyone who wants to take a walk in the woods. If you're looking for a backcountry experience, you'll have to go elsewhere, but if you want a leisurely stroll in an ancient forest, Muir Woods is a great choice.
Muir Woods National Monument, 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, is reached by U.S. 101 and California Hwy 1.
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