Muir Woods National Monument

Muir Woods National Monument is the most famous  redwood park in California.  Tourists from all over the world flock here to walk the well maintained trails for all ages and look up at these gorgeous trees.  This happens to be a great spot for a tree to grow because of all the fog in Marin County. This park exists thanks to a man named William Kent who preserved this area by buying the land and donating to the government.  It is named after John Muir, the “Father of National Parks”.  The main trail to take is the Redwood Creek Trail all the way to Bridge 4.  You can choose to go on a different trail like Hillside Trail or head back the same way you came from.  Another nice trail to take is the Canopy View Trail, although the views from Redwood Creek Trail will suffice if you don’t have the time.  The visitor center is a great spot for using the restroom, eating lunch, and buying trinkets.