March 15th: Quad 4 - West Point Inn Hike. 4.7 miles/ 500 ft elevation gain
2026-03-15 09:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
This hike is part of the Quad 4 program. Upon completing all 4 epic hikes, you will have covered 21 miles and climbed 4300 feet in the Mt Tamalpais State Park. Most importantly you will earn a commemorative pin.
This hike is limited to 19 people. Please sign up via Meet-up.
It will be led by Docent Franklin Young. Hike docents have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers in the Park Program (VIPP).

Trails: Old Mine to Rock Spring trail to West Point Inn to Nora to Matt Davis to Bootjack

Meeting place: Bootjack by the bathroom. There is a $8 parking fee. Helpful to have exact change. Parking is limited so please carpool or take Marin Transit Bus 61 at Almonte & Shoreline Hwy (Tam Junction) or Manzanita. It will drop you off at Bootjack just before 9AM.

Start time: 9 AM

Expected Return: 12:30PM

Moderate pace

Bring water and snacks. West Point Inn has hot drinks and snacks for sale.

Annual FMT Member Meeting
2026-03-21 09:00 - 12:00 | California Alpine Club, 730 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA, 2 Panoramic Hwy, United States
Friends of Mt Tam Annual Member Meeting will be held on March 21 at the California Alpine Club ( 730 Panoramic Highway- one block from Mountain Home)

Please join us for coffee and continental breakfast at 9 a.m. Light snacks and tea will also be served. Opening remarks will begin at 10 a.m. Meeting will end no later than noon – plenty of time to get out on the trails!

Quad 4 Muir Woods Hike from Bootjack
2026-03-29 09:00 - 12:30
Guided hike with Docent Debra Hoitomt
The hike will move through redwood forests to Muir Woods, continue along Redwood Creek, and finish with a sustained climb on the Bootjack trail. 5 miles with 1400 feet of elevation gain.
Pace: Moderate but steady
Brief breaks: At trail junctions for adjusting layers, water, catching up
Recommended: water, sturdy shoes, hiking poles, snack, layers
Sign up is required via Meet up
PARKING: Bootjack parking requires an $8 cash fee. You can pay via a QR code if you have cellular service. The Marin Transit 61 bus will drop you off at Bootjack just before 9AM.

Full Moon Hike Rescheduled to April 2nd at 6PM
2026-04-02 18:00 - 20:00
Rescheduled from the 1st to the 2nd due to weather. Guided hike with Docent Franklin Young

In daylight we will take the Old Stage fire road to West Point Inn. Once there, we’ll admire the rise of the Full Moon on a backdrop of city lights under clear skies if weather cooperate. We will return in the dark via the same Old Stage fire road.
Trails: Old Stage Coach fire road (unpaved). 4 miles/ 150 ft elevation gain
Hike limited to 19. Sign-up through Meet-up
Meeting place: Pantoll by the Friends of Mt. Tam trailer. There is a $8 parking fee at Pantoll.
Start time: 6PM / Return: 8PM
Moderated pace

Saturday April 18th: Forest to Sea from White Gate
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00
Guided hike with Docent Debra Hoitomt
The hike climbs through the Redwood Forests along the lovely Webb Creek to Pantoll, and take a relaxed pace down Matt Davis to Stinson Beach. 8 miles / 1700 feet elevation gain. This hike is rated “difficult” (7+ miles / 1500+ feet) per FMT guidelines.
Meet: Whitegate Ranch Trailhead on Panorama Highway (approx gps 37.892139, -122.624366)

Parking: Parking on the south side of Panorama or left side of road when you go from Pantoll to Stinson Beach
Trails: Dipsea, Steep Ravine, Matt Davis, back to Dipsea

Pace: Moderate but steady
Brief breaks: At trail junctions for adjusting layers, water, catching up; rest stops at Pantoll and Stinson Beach with time for snacks
Recommended: water, sturdy shoes, hiking poles, snacks, layers
Sign up: required via Meet-up.
Please cancel by 5PM the day before if you cannot attend.

May 1st Full Moon Hike: 4 miles 150 ft elevation gain
2026-05-01 19:30 - 22:00
On May 1st, the Sun will set at 8:01PM and the Moon will rise at 8:31PM. Under twilight, we will take the Old Stage fire road to West Point Inn. We’ll arrive just in time to admire the Full Moon on a backdrop of city and East Bay lights(weather permitting). We will return in the dark the same way via the Old Stage fire road.
This hike is limited to 19 people. Please sign up via Meet-up. Check Meet-up for any updates (cancellation, schedule change…).
This hike will be led by Docent Franklin Young. Hike docents have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers in the Park Program (VIPP).

Trails: Stage Coach fire road (unpaved). It is suitable for low light and light rain.

Meeting place: Pantoll by the Friends of Mt. Tam trailer. There is a $8 parking fee. Pay with exact change or using QR code.

Start time: 7:30PM

Expected return: 9:45PM

Easy/Moderate pace

Headlamp/flashlight recommended

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Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity - May 9th at 9AM from Bootjack
2026-05-09 09:00 - 13:00
Interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe.
“Methinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau.
Science is proving what people have known for ages – going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. Mt. Tam has been a special place of inspiration for many generations of artists and writers from early settlers from the Hudson Valley to the Bohemian and Beat movements. During this hike you will learn a little bit about this rich history, what happens here today and hopefully make your own creative connection to Mt. Tam. There will be a 30 minute stop at West Point Inn to jot down your thoughts, practice watercolors, or simply take in the view.
HIKE ROUTE
Start at Bootjack Parking Lot; Old Mine Trail to Mountain Theater; Rock Spring Trail to West Point Inn; Old Stage Road to Bootjack Parking Lot
Distance (mi): 4.5. Elevation Gain (ft): 500. Moderate.
There is a $8 parking fee at Bootjack. Pay with exact change or using QR code.

Mt Tamalpais State Park 5th Annual Science Quest Day
2026-09-12 | Pantoll Campground Parking, 6456 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA, 2 Panoramic Hwy, United States
The 5th Annual Friends of Mt Tam Science Quest Day will be on September 12, 2025. Experts in Fire Science, Lichenology, Botany, Ornithology, Geology, Meteorology, and Astronomy will provide in person experiences to highlight how science can deepen our understanding of our environment.
The day will begin at 7:30am with a Master Birder led hike and wrap up with an amazing Star Party from 6:30 – 9:00pm. In between are more than 15 exciting and truly unique experiences.
There will be a very limited number of slots available for each event.
NEW THIS YEAR
More Kid Events
Bring your kids (and their friends and their scout group). Junior Ranger, Geology, Bingo, Science Quest Trivia Night, and “Into The Woods At The One Tam Van” are all kid (7-12 years old) friendly.
20% off all Merchandise and Flash Sales
Friends of Mt Tam members receive 20% off all merchandise at Pantoll and East Peak. Additionally, we will have flash sales throughout the day!
More free tasty treats and drinks at Pantoll
To celebrate Science Quest Day, FMT will be serving free coffee, hot chocolate, drinks, and trail worthy snacks at the FMT trailer at Pantoll.
It will be a great day on the Mountain! We hope you can join the fun.
