Muir Woods National Monument: Hiking Cathedral Grove, Bohemian Grove & Redwood Creek

Muir Woods National Monument is an amazing place north of San Francisco that preserves some fantastic redwood groves with dozens of massive trees. We did a 2 mile trail that took us past Founders Grove, Cathedral Grove, and Bohemian Grove. We hiked along the Redwood Creek Trail to the Hillside Trail and it was a perfect day in the park.
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[@rozsacsernely1072]

California.a világ legszebb helye.💙💚❤🍀

[@evslone]

Great guide, Josh. So hard to show the scale of these immense trees, even if you have a 6-foot-7 Pops for comparison. Everyone who loves Nature should some day visit Cathedral Grove. During a visit to Muir Woods 26 years ago I bought a tiny 6-inch redwood sprig at the park store and planted it in my front yard. It is now 40 feet tall. Some day in the future someone beyond me is not going to think this was so amusing.

[@BrokerBasil]

Funny - my friend and I both bought that same sprig at Muir Woods about 20 years ago and brought them back to New York City where we both lived at the time. Sadly they both died almost immediately but then we didn’t have front yards and both lived in tiny New York apartments at the time.

[@californiathroughmylens]

No way, that is so awesome that it has grown so much!

[@TheMkamix]

We went there 4 years ago and loved it. What you didn't mention is that one could use the shuttle up to Muir Woods instead of driving your own car. We found it much more convenient. The park was great and we did not come across bugs. We stopped at the caffe for lunch and it was pretty decent.

[@gjrnadar]

I visited this place during my last visit to USA. Your video took me again to all the places that I wandered during my visit this jungle and tall trees. I enjoyed. Thank you ... from India

[@maddog6620]

That is so beautiful 😍

[@mortysnerd]

Thanks Josh as you know I am disabled and your hikes make me feel mobile. Love that your Dad went hiking with you. Ed P

[@prowrestlingisart6742]

This monument is so beautiful and peaceful. It is so easy to get around as well. But those bugs were something else. A trip to SF always includes a stop here!

[@californiathroughmylens]

So glad you have visited and I agree it is a special place near the city

[@wadewilson8979]

One of the most beautiful parks I've ever been to!

[@NanciesArt11]

I haven't been to Muir Woods in 25 years. It is definitely a Go Visit and Relax place. 👍 Thanks for sharing 😊

[@californiathroughmylens]

It really is!

[@1927su]

I love this park too! Toured it in the early 1990’s, compliments of my Mother & older brother. The AIR was so clear & refreshing!! Even tho I was a smoker then, I didn’t even THINK of lighting up while touring , but later someone did, you couldn’t see them smoking, but you could smell it , I remember thinking how rude because that air was the clearest freshest air I ever smelled & it made me think that this must have been what the earths air quality must have been like before Man started screwing it up! Fascinating tour & I encourage anyone to go if they get the chance! J

[@keesdejong2940]

I did this trail yesterday. It was very foggy and rainy, but it was amazing. Thanks for this video!

[@historymuseumstravel]

I love Muir Woods, it’s so peaceful.

[@californiathroughmylens]

Me too, it is amazing!

[@kellyjohnson3617]

I’m glad they are requiring a permit cuz when I was there it was impossible to find parking. But once in there it’s so gorgeous snd you forget the inconvenience. I only visited once so never made it to the canopy view trail cuz I didn’t have time. I loved all the Douglas fir trees as well. They look very similar to the redwoods but the cones look completely different. That’s so cool that so many lady bugs were swarming! Thanks for posting

[@californiathroughmylens]

I agree, it is so busy and the permit system actually helps make it a much better experience now

[@drrbrt]

You WERE a Disney princess. Glorious nature video!

[@Paula-gc9wb]

We loved this. We did this exact trail in February so it was a nice reminder. The robinsons

[@ThatReelLife]

Fun times!

[@JohnDoe-dm3eb]

Very relaxing ! Thank you ! 🙂

[@californiathroughmylens]

You're welcome 😊

[@violetbf3773]

I went there like five years ago, but couldn’t stay long because it started to rain. Such a nice, peaceful place. Glad to see you guys enjoying a Disney princess moment 😅

[@californiathroughmylens]

Oh wow, that would be kind of cool in the rain haha Yep, so many ladybugs haha

[@maddog6620]

Awesome 😎

[@Roadtosomethingnew1]

Muir woods is a must visit

[@Musicsoul3790]

Awesome mate. Absolutely wonderful to see majestic red wood trees and walk through tranquility.

[@theresemuckel]

I love Muir Woods so it was such a nice surprise to see this video, thank you for showing

[@californiathroughmylens]

Glad you enjoyed it, such an amazing place!

[@yolandamedina2828]

I’m from Northern California and never been there; hopefully this summer. Thank you for sharing

[@californiathroughmylens]

You should! Thanks for watching!

[@soyunik7979]

We went last year when covid was still pretty heavy...there were a lot of people, but with so many trails the crowds were almost non existent. Beautiful place ❤️

[@icyplay4830]

a beautiful hike. thank you.

[@bellescarla7307]

Thanks for the infos! We’re going this weekend! 🙂

[@jpadicecoffee9812]

I enjoyed this walk and hike when I was there last month. It's an in-city park, i guess. The downside were that there are lots of people and they always make too much noise and talking along the way non-stop. It was not a peaceful experience for me but maybe I needed to hike the outer trails further away which I did not do. But the local Redwoods were nice to see.

[@1sfgmen]

You can also check out Samuel P. Taylor state park just north of Muir Wood, a lot less visitors. Also about 1 hour north of Muir Wood, there is Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve that is similar to Muir Wood, not a lot of visitors either.

[@Twobarpsi]

Stunning and so beautiful!! Great video!!

[@californiathroughmylens]

Thank you so much!

[@travelingmertonandsue]

Absolutely beautiful! Never seen lady bugs like that! So cool!>Sue

[@maddog6620]

You are cool 😎

[@rinaticson390]

Makes me homesick for California. Too expensive to live 😪

[@reneejones7807]

Loved the video - Pops is looking good! Glad you guys got out there to explore together!

[@californiathroughmylens]

Thanks 👍 Part of a full 7 day PCH road trip we did

[@Dlee4000]

Muir Woods is one of my favorite places to visit. Did the Hillside trail and part of the bootjack trail. That place does get crowded, but once you go out to the other trails the crowds thin out. As usual Josh great video of this place.

[@californiathroughmylens]

Thanks for the info! I appreciate you watching the video!

[@AnaMejia-mx2tl]

SO BEAUTIFUL I WANT TO GO ❤ THANKS 🙏

[@californiathroughmylens]

You should!

[@mr.elastomeric1787]

Don't procrastinate; do it. Best trip ever. Go to the top see the ocean we didn't but I wish we Did. Happy Fathers day, Josh.

[@californiathroughmylens]

Thank you so much!

[@lambi27]

Made a reservation for july 5th! Greetings from Belgium!

[@californiathroughmylens]

Epic! I hope you enjoy it!

[@markyuen2312]

Off topic.......Josh. Happy Father's Day! Have a great day!!

[@californiathroughmylens]

Thanks so much!

[@vsandoval4900]

Thank you , I love you videos:)

[@BrokerBasil]

I did the canopy view trail just a week ago. It's more like a true hike (no board walk 😁) and very uncrowded. Some climbing at the beginning and then it winds along through trees - totally doable, medium hike and recommended. (I also did a video which I hope to edit and publish soon).

[@californiathroughmylens]

So awesome! I will have to check out your video!

[@BrokerBasil]

Yea I’ve been traveling in Asia for 6 months and have so much footage but editing is such a bottleneck … no doubt you can relate. I’ll try to fast track the Muir Woods and catch up with other footage (Thailand/Philippines) later.

[@jarno1208]

I did this 2012

[@californiathroughmylens]

Awesome!

[@1927su]

Thank You President Roosevelt for dedicating places in America to be preserved and protected, before the greed of man completely ruined everything

[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

Got to go the next time I’m in SF

[@merucrypoison296]

I’m almost positive nobody knows what actually happens in this place

[@truthonlee7029]

What happens?

[@ladenree31]

What did happen

[@canadahu]

@ California Through My Lens Awesome Vid will visit this National Monument for sure for my trip to SF this year, could i ask when was this t vid taken , in june or may ? thank you very much

[@saabkaur2932]

😊

[@markvanderstelt8999]

lady bugs over winter in many redwood groves i have some great pics of lady bugs covering downed trees by the thousands the trees give them protection .

[@travelwithpops]

Thanks Mark, didn't realize that. We were really surprised by how many there were. Was fun to see them all.

[@soupysoup931]

those redwoods are tall as heck.

[@camptravel887]

How does Henry Cowell compare to Muir Woods? We are trying to decide which one to visit. Thanks! Great video!

[@donniereiter3646]

Nice video bro

[@californiathroughmylens]

Thanks for the visit!

[@RevivalOnYT]

SAY HIS WORDS….

[@gladiraider3750]

You should do a video on the Clementine Lake Trail up in Auburn to the waterfall I used to go to Muirwoods in the 80s you can just drive park and go in and then it became so commercial now it’s still beautiful but he just can’t do what she used to do back then it’s over crowded

[@californiathroughmylens]

I love that trail, I need to go do it again as it has been a long time!

[@pieceofbacon9775]

For the risky hikers, take Stapelveldt trail😈. Intense hike for beginners but %100 worth it!

[@californiathroughmylens]

Thanks for the tip, will check it out!

[@dafnacohen9805]

How does Muir Woods compare with Redwoods NP, in your opinion? I visited Muir Woods a few years ago and was absolutely blown away by it. I’m going to California again soon and considering going to Redwoods this time. Is it worth it? Is it prettier than Muir? I watched your Redwoods video but I honestly can’t tell…

[@kontai6997]

I've been to both places. The trees in Redwood NP are much taller and larger. Also, alot less people.

[@dafnacohen9805]

@@kontai6997 Oh good to know!

[@pieceofbacon9775]

What day did you go? I went last Wednesday and it was crazy packed and it looks like the day you went is quite lonely! Ps. Great video!

[@californiathroughmylens]

This was on a Thursday about a month ago

[@TZA_]

where Moloch

[@judypratt2868]

beautiful ! and what an lady bug wxperience. p.s. not suprised at all at the govt telling visitors to be quite!

[@californiathroughmylens]

It was pretty epic with all the lady bugs!

[@richardlynch1094]

Disney princess!! Haha

[@californiathroughmylens]

😂

[@jiveyi]

i’m only watching this video because i read the city spies book 2