Hike to views of Muir Woods and Mount Tam

The Sun Trail offers a very enjoyable loop hike offers a lot more variety than the usual Bohemian Grove loop. It climbs a hillside east of Muir Woods, offering some great views of Muir Woods and Mt. Tamalpais, before descending into a scenic redwood-filled side canyon. The route then joins the very popular Bohemian Grove Trail.

Difficulty: Moderate, Trail Length: 4.7 miles, Elevation Change: 930 feet, Ave. Time: 4-5 hours


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Amenities & Fees

$15 for visitors 16 years of age and older; free for visitors 15 years of age and younger. See the monument's fees page (external link) for information about passes and free days. Camping and Lodging: For camping near the park, visit HipCamp.com.


Park Information

Muir Woods National Monument


What To Pack

  • Safety: We want visitors to enjoy their experience safely. Simple actions can positively increase your outdoor experience. Such actions include taking water and snacks along with you, staying on designated trails, taking breaks, and letting people know where you are going and approximately what time you're coming back. For more outdoor safety tips, please visit www.parks.ca.gov/SafetyTips (external link).
  • What To Bring: Layers of clothing. In the rainy season, pack warm hats, scarves, mittens and plenty of thick, fast-drying socks. And don't forget the raincoats and rain pants. Water, snacks a field guide, binoculars.

More Information

For more details about this hike and to purchase a trail map, visit RedwoodHikes.com (external link).


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