CANCELLED – “Alpine Dam History” hike with docent Nancy Benjamin

Saturday, October 26 at 9:30 AM from Rock Spring trailhead. "Alpine Dam History" Interpretive hike with docent Nancy Benjamin. As this year marks the 100th anniversary of Alpine Dam, Nancy will talk about the construction of the Dam and Marin’s drinking water. She will be referencing to historian Jack Gibson’s book. Hikers will descend to Alpine […]

9:30AM Sunday Docent Hike – Strenuous – Coastal Views and more Led by Franklin Young

Pantoll #9, Mt Tamalpais

Coastal Views and more: Fitness hike with docent Franklin Young. First we will hike through old growth Redwood trees along Webb Creek. Then we will enjoy expansive views of the Pacific, Stinson Beach and Bolinas lagoon. And finally we will make our way back to Pantoll though California laurel trees.ÿ ÿ ÿ Distance (mi): 6.9. […]

“Ferns and Redwoods” Hike with docent Karen Ulring

Saturday, November 16th at 9:30 AM from Bootjack Trailhead. "Ferns and Redwoods" hike with docent Karen Ulring. Come enjoy the ferns and redwoods in this lush area of Mt Tam. Learn about Ben Johnson and his cohorts in the early days of Mt Tam State Park.. Distance (mi): 6.3. Elevation Gain (ft): 1,500. Moderately Strenuous.Limited […]

“Mindfulness in Nature” Hike with docent Alexandra Jurasin

Saturday, December 7thTime: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Rock Spring Trailhead."Mindfulness in Nature" Interpretive hike with docent Alexandra Jurasin.Explore your senses in nature while being guided through mindfulness practices. Finish the hike feeling like you've just had a rejuvenating shower for your mind. Distance (mi): 4.5. Elevation Gain (ft): 722. Moderate.Distance: 4.5 milesElevation gain: 722 ft.Moderate.What to bring: […]

“Extreme Weather and Climate Change” walk with park interpreter Rosanna Petralia

Saturday, November 30 at 1 PM from East Peak/Verna Dunshee Trailhead. "Extreme Weather and Climate Change" interpretive walk with park interpreter Rosanna Petralia. What better perspective than the top of a mountain to consider the challenges of our future? Join us on a short walk along the scenic Verna Dunshee trail to learn about extreme weather […]

First Day Hikes

Rock Spring Trailhead, W Ridgecrest Blvd, Stinson Beach, CA 94970, USA 2 Ridgecrest Rd, United States

Start the year 2020 in nature!COME TO MT TAM TO HIKE OR WALK.PEOPLE OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES WELCOME.PLUS GREAT VIEWS AND REFRESHMENTS!What better way to begin the new year than being at the top of the tallest mountain in Marin?Wed, January 1, 2020, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PST | RegisterMt Tamalpais State Park/ Rock Spring […]

The (not-so) Hidden Treasures of Mt Tamalpais – Brian Muir

Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais

Mount Tamalpais State Park Docent Led Hike / Sponsored by Mount Tamalpais State Park and Friends of Mt Tam “The (not-so) Hidden Treasures of Mt Tamalpais:  Experience multiple geologic and growth eco-systems while traversing the south side of Mt Tamalpais. Visit historic West Point Inn and Mountain Theater.” TENTATIVE ROUTE:  Pan Toll – Old Stage Road […]