Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve

Walk Among Giants!

Absolutely amazing! These giant redwood trees eclipse even the ones at Muir Woods and this grove has less underbrush because of a fire a few years ago. Also, this park is way off the beaten path, so ...

Long drive to get there!

It was a very long drive with steep hills and winding roads and I didn’t think it was worth the 45 minute drive. Went to hike the trail and it was very very steep so we only made it halfway.

Old redwood forest off the beaten path

This is definitely off the typical tourist route but so we’ll worth it. Unbelievable number of redwoods in a small space. It feels primeval, not so cultivated like Muir Woods. This forest was never cl...

Forest Bathing

A walk in these woods are the perfect morning activity after a stay at Orr Hot Springs down the road. Love this short hike through the woods, that you can easily extend to a slowly meander and explor...

Beautiful and easy hike!

It’s about 3 miles long. Very tall and beautiful trees and a creek. Gorgeous views!! It was 16 of us ages 4 to 75. We all enjoyed it. Trees are just all different and beautiful to look at. Highly reco...