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Destinations | Coastal

town.muir beach

lodging

A crescent cove of sand & cliffs offers lots of privacy, but not for the few who live here. The beautiful creek along with a redwood forests woods, plus abundant wildlife make this tourist destination a scenic splendor. Very busy most days, so be warned. Sunrise to sunset. Horses and dogs are allowed on the beach and some trails. Mellow ocean waves are great for boogie boarders & swimming. The Muir Beach Overlook provides dramatic views of this gorgeous California coastline.

elevation: 100'

population: 295

zip code: 94965

Coastal

terrain:
steep cliffs meets ocean

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location:
Marin County
W of Sausalito
on Hwy. 1

recreation:

beaches

hiking

fishing

backpacking

kayaking

parks, forests, rivers & lakes:

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Mount Tamalpias State Park

Point Reyes National Seashore

muir beach campgrounds

Samuel P. Taylor State Park
Mt. Tamalpais Camgrounds
Angel Island State Park
Marin Camping Point Reyes

description:
A dirt parking lot, next to the beach with bon fire rings and no real services to speak of. Dozens of cottages and residential homes line the cliffs above.

nearby towns:
Stinson Beach
Bolinas
Mill Valley
Tiburon
Sausalito
Olema
San Francisco

local links:

Marin County Visitors Bureau
1013 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur
415-925-2060
866-925-2060
https://www.visitmarin.org/

Muir Beach Fire Dept
Green Gulch Farm Organics
Trip Report - Muir Woods

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