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Board the ferry to Sausalito, shuttle into Mill Valley and spend a morning beneath ancient coast redwoods on a moderately strenuous 3–4 hour guided walk. Learn local history, navigate fern-lined canyons and enjoy sweeping hill views of Mt. Tamalpais.
Board the ferry to Sausalito, shuttle into Mill Valley and spend a morning beneath ancient coast redwoods on a moderately strenuous 3–4 hour guided walk. Learn local history, navigate fern-lined canyons and enjoy sweeping hill views of Mt. Tamalpais.
You step off the ferry into Sausalito's salt-tinged air and meet your guide beside a black VW Atlas — then the town slips away as the shuttle climbs toward Mill Valley.
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Operated by Coastal Walkers · Mill Valley, California
You step off the ferry into Sausalito's salt-tinged air and meet your guide beside a black VW Atlas — then the town slips away as the shuttle climbs toward Mill Valley.
The trail drops into a cool, fern-lined canyon where coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) tower like living columns. Sunlight filters through a high canopy and the creek below seems to dare you to follow its slow, mossy course. The walk spends roughly two and a half hours among mighty, ancient trees and takes about 3–4 hours total including neighborhood approaches.
These groves sit on the western flank of Mount Tamalpais, a landscape shaped by uplift, erosion and the Franciscan mélange beneath — a mix of marine sediments and broken rock that gives the hills their steep, stitched feel. The area has long been part of Coast Miwok territory and later became the focus of early preservation efforts that protected these redwoods for public access.
Practical guidance: expect about 4 miles of mixed singletrack and park paths with several short climbs (roughly a few hundred feet of cumulative gain). Trails can be muddy after rain; sturdy footwear is essential. The meeting point is Hotel Sausalito (16 El Portal) with a recommended 7:40am ferry from SF if you’re coming by boat — ferry tickets not included. Bring layers, bottled water, and a pack lunch if you plan to linger in town afterward.
The experience balances quiet forest immersion with local history and accessible exercise — an ideal half-day outing for hikers comfortable with moderate terrain.
moderate.
3–4 hours.
Suitable for people with moderate fitness who can manage several short climbs and 4 miles of walking.
No — ferry fare and any park entry fees are not included; the meeting point is at Hotel Sausalito and the shuttle to Mill Valley is provided.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult; the tour has a minimum age requirement (check booking details, commonly around 9–10 years).
No — the route includes uneven, natural surfaces and stair or root sections and is not wheelchair-accessible.
Trails can become quite muddy and slick; wear waterproof shoes with good traction and expect slower pace after heavy rain.
These redwood groves were part of early 20th-century conservation efforts around Mount Tamalpais and the San Francisco Bay area, and lie within land long used by the Coast Miwok people.
Stick to trails, pack out waste and avoid disturbing native plants and wildlife; these habits protect fragile understories and reduce erosion on steep slopes.
Coastal Walkers operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the ferry into Sausalito's salt-tinged air and meet your guide beside a black VW Atlas — then the town slips away as the shuttle climbs toward Mill Valley.
You step off the ferry into Sausalito's salt-tinged air and meet your guide beside a black VW Atlas — then the town slips away as the shuttle climbs toward Mill Valley.
The trail drops into a cool, fern-lined canyon where coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) tower like living columns. Sunlight filters through a high canopy and the creek below seems to dare you to follow its slow, mossy course. The walk spends roughly two and a half hours among mighty, ancient trees and takes about 3–4 hours total including neighborhood approaches.
These groves sit on the western flank of Mount Tamalpais, a landscape shaped by uplift, erosion and the Franciscan mélange beneath — a mix of marine sediments and broken rock that gives the hills their steep, stitched feel. The area has long been part of Coast Miwok territory and later became the focus of early preservation efforts that protected these redwoods for public access.
Practical guidance: expect about 4 miles of mixed singletrack and park paths with several short climbs (roughly a few hundred feet of cumulative gain). Trails can be muddy after rain; sturdy footwear is essential. The meeting point is Hotel Sausalito (16 El Portal) with a recommended 7:40am ferry from SF if you’re coming by boat — ferry tickets not included. Bring layers, bottled water, and a pack lunch if you plan to linger in town afterward.
The experience balances quiet forest immersion with local history and accessible exercise — an ideal half-day outing for hikers comfortable with moderate terrain.