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1. Mount Tamalpais State Park
- From its exposed 2,751-foot peak boasting panoramic views of the Bay Area to the redwood-, fir-, and oak- sheltered hiking and mountain biking... read more
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- Recreation & Natural Areas
- Nile Expert Tip: There's no better view of the Bay than from the top of Mt. Tam
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2. Tennessee Valley Trail
- This popular trail not only provides easy access to a beautiful beach, but also is the trailhead for many longer and hillier jaunts around the... read more
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- Hiking
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3. Muir Woods National Monument
- Commissioned by President Teddy Roosevelt and named for conservationist John Muir, these woods are a tribute to the enchantment of redwood trees.... read more
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4. Stinson Beach
- Let's face it. For 10 (or sometimes 11) months out of the year, San Francisco is not a beach-weather destination. However, Marin County to the... read more
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- Beaches
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5. Nature Friends Tourist Club
- A members-only club which opens to the public on most weekends, the Tourist Club is nestled in nature overlooking Muir Woods. The lodge looks very... read more
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- Offbeat Activities
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6. Muir Beach
- Heading north on Highway 101, from the Golden Gate Bridge, the small southern Marin "town" of Muir Beach is just 6 miles from the Highway 1 exit... read more
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- Beaches
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7. Steep Ravine Loop
- This loop, starting in the town of Stinson Beach, exposes you to some of the many diverse habitats characteristic of the California coast. Beginning... read more
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8. Old Mill Park
- The historic Old Mill Park lies in the town of Mill Valley which is a few miles from San Francisco. This park is home to an old mill which gave... read more
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- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
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9. Marin Headlands Loop
- Accessible via a long bike ride from the city over the Golden Gate, but starting from Tennessee Valley Rd. cuts to the chase. This mega-loop (which... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Mill Valley. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
