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Muir Woods National Monument is a unit of the National Park Service on Mount Tamalpais near the Pacific coast, in southwestern Marin County, California. It is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and is 12 miles (19 km) north of San Francisco. It protects 554 acres (224 ha), of which 240 acres (97 ha) are old growth coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) forests, one of a few such stands remaining in the San Francisco Bay Area.
The Muir Woods National Monument is an old-growth coastal redwood forest. Due to its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, the forest is regularly shrouded in a coastal marine layer fog, contributing to a wet environment that encourages vigorous plant growth. The fog is also vital for the growth of the redwoods as they use moisture from the fog during droughty seasons, in particular the dry summer.
The monument is cool and moist year round with average daytime temperatures between 40 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit (4 to 21 °C). Rainfall is heavy during the winter and summers are almost completely dry with the exception of fog drip caused by the fog passing through the trees. Annual precipitation in the park ranges from 39.4 inches (1,000 mm) in the lower valley to 47.2 inches (1,200 mm) higher up in the mountain slopes.
A National monument is a monument constructed in order to commemorate something of national importance such as a war or the country's founding. The term may also refer to a specific monument status, such as a national heritage site, which most national monuments are by reason of their cultural importance rather than age. The National monument aims to represent the nation, and serve as a focus for national identity.
A series of structures or areas deemed to be of national importance and therefore afforded protection by the state are part of a country's cultural heritage. These national heritage sites are often called something different per country and are listed by national conservation societies. Romania has listed at least one plant as a national monument, Nymphaea lotus f. thermalis.
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A monument is a type of structure that was explicitly created to commemorate a person or important event, or which has become important to a social group as a part of their remembrance of historic times or cultural heritage, or as an example of historic architecture. The term 'monument' is often applied to buildings or structures that are considered examples of important architectural and/or cultural heritage.
The origin of the word "monument" comes from the Latin moneo, monere, which means 'to remind', 'to advise' or 'to warn', suggesting a monument allows us to see the past thus helping us visualize what is to come in the future. In English the word "monumental" is often used in reference to something of extraordinary size and power, as in monumental sculpture, but also to mean simply anything made to commemorate the dead, as a funerary monument or other example of funerary art.
Monuments have been created for thousands of years, and they are often the most durable and famous symbols of ancient civilizations. Prehistoric tumuli, dolmens, and similar structures have been created in a large number of prehistoric cultures across the world, and the many forms of monumental tombs of the more wealthy and powerful members of a society are often the source of much of our information and art from those cultures. As societies became organized on a larger scale, so monuments so large as to be difficult to destroy like the Egyptian Pyramids, the Greek Parthenon, the Great Wall of China, Indian Taj Mahal or the Moai of Easter Island have become symbols of their civilizations. In more recent times, monumental structures such as the Statue of Liberty and Eiffel Tower have become iconic emblems of modern nation-states. The term monumentality relates to the symbolic status and physical presence of a monument.
Take a 2-minute high definition tour of Muir Woods National Monument. Muir Woods is part of Golden Gate National Recreation Area on California's rugged Northern Coast within an hour of San Francisco. Home to California's coast redwoods, the tallest trees on the planet, this sanctuary of old growth redwoods was set aside by President Theodore Roosevelt 100 years ago. "This is the best tree-lovers monument that could possibly be found in all the forests of the world," declared conservationist John Muir when describing the majestic coast redwoods of Muir Woods. Muir Woods is also home to Banana Slugs, North Americas largest land mollusk. To get involved in supporting Muir Woods, visit non-profit Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy at www.parksconservancy.org. Muir Woods is explored ...
The Muir Woods National Monument is just 12 miles north San Francisco and features the giant Redwood trees that make travel in Northern California so spectacular. Join me with Hak5's Darren Kitchen to discover the magic of this forest, perform death defying yoga stunts, and gather beautiful footage with my DJI Osmo camera. Darren's Channel- Hak5 - https://www.youtube.com/hak5 Filmed With: DJI OSMO CAMERA - http://amzn.to/23UGlBH CANON EOS T6S: http://amzn.to/1Zc21GP Add me on Snapchat for all the latest updates. Or here.. I N S T A G R A M https://www.instagram.com/amaetv/ T W I T T E R https://twitter.com/amaetv L I N K E D I N https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliciamaewebb P I N T E R E S T https://www.pinterest.com/amaetv F A C E B O O K https://www.facebook.com/aliciawebbfanpage W E ...
A 2-minute highlight from our trip to Muir Woods National Monument. Muir Woods is part of Golden Gate National Recreation Area on California's rugged Northern Coast within an hour of San Francisco. Home to California's coastal redwoods, the tallest trees on the planet, this sanctuary of old growth redwoods was set aside by President Theodore Roosevelt 100 years ago. "This is the best tree-lovers monument that could possibly be found in all the forests of the world," declared conservationist John Muir when describing the majestic coast redwoods of Muir Woods. Muir Woods is also home to Banana Slugs, North Americas largest land mollusk. Muir Woods is explored in Finley-Holiday Films' "California Parks & Monuments DVD" as is available on location at Muir Woods National Monument and ...
Muir Woods National Monument Tour Videos
Driving along Panoramic Hwy and Muir Woods Rd to Muir Woods National Monument to see the Redwoods.
Muir Woods National Monument is near the pacific coast in southwester Marin County California. Its is part of the Golden Gate National recreation area and 12 miles north of San Francisco. Old growth coast redwood forests, one of a few such stands still remaining in the San Francisco bay area.
Muir Woods was described by John Muir as "the best tree-lovers monument that could possibly be found in all the forests of the world." Hike through Muir Woods, viewing the lush plant life, the magnificent redwood trees, and the local wildlife.
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Muir Woods National Monument & Stinson Beach Private Tour with Teresa Lassiter
A look at access on the main trail at Muir Woods National Monument in Northern California. Get a taste of the redwoods. ACCESS REVIEW: http://www.wheelchairtraveling.com/muir-woods-national-monument-by-san-francisco-is-accessible-for-wheelchairs-and-travel/
Book your travel activities at http://www.viator.com/muir-woods Head across the Golden Gate Bridge on a half-day trip from San Francisco to Muir Woods and Sausalito. Stare up in awe at the giant redwood trees in Muir Woods National Monument. Then relax in the postcard-perfect town of Sausalito, where you can stroll along the waterfront or browse the local shops. Watch more San Francisco videos: http://ow.ly/N0SDH Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/viatortravel?sub_confirmation=1 Download our mobile app: http://m.viator.com/mobileapps Connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ViatorTours Twitter: https://twitter.com/ViatorTravel Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/viatortravel/ Vine: https://vine.co/Viator Blog: http://travelblog.viator.com/ What’s ...
I was able to spend about an hour in Muir Woods the other day. Quite an unexpected walk as I found myself nearby on a trip near San Francisco. Muir Woods National Monument is a redwoods forest in Mill Valley California. This redwood forest is nothing like the ones near where I live Like Grants Grove. This one is damp and wet from fog in the area. A beautiful place. I could spend all day here. Wish I could go "off trail" and spend an overnighter here! Probably get arrested and fined for disturbing a National treasure though. And it is just that.......
Gaze up into the forest's canopy, surrounded by Coastal Redwood trees. Don’t get a sore neck, these are some of the tallest trees in the world! Take the time to appreciate the sights and smells down on the ground. Take it easy and stroll along the mostly flat valley floor along Redwood Creek, or get an aerobic workout climbing the paths up the valley slopes so you can look out at the tops of some of the tallest trees in the world. And don't forget to take the time to hug a tree. Music by Antarctica by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/
Theresa and Rachel at the Muir Woods National Monument, a unit of the National Park Service. The Monument is only 15 miles from San Francisco, and includes about 250 acres of absolutely incredible old-growth coastal redwoods. The redwoods in Muir Woods average between 500-800 years old, with the oldest being over 1,200 years old. The tallest tree is 258 feet, with most being over 200 feet tall. Incredibly, the trees grow from a seed no bigger than a tomato's.
On my last day in San Francisco, I headed out to Muir Woods to see the redwood trees. It was something that I had always wanted to do, and was even more beautiful than I could have imagined. Later in the evening, I did some last exploring and walking about the city before heading to catch my flight to New York. Please subscribe - many adventures coming up! http://travellight.me Instagram - travellight21 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/travellight21/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Travellight_ MUSIC Precipice by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/
Book your travel activities at http://www.viator.com/alcatraz Experience a day of contrasts with an audio-guided tour of Alcatraz Prison, a walk through Muir Woods and a visit to Sausalito. This tour is a wonderful mix of the brutality and beauty of some of San Francisco's most famous attractions. Watch more San Francisco videos: http://ow.ly/N0SDH Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/viatortravel?sub_confirmation=1 Download our mobile app: http://m.viator.com/mobileapps Connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ViatorTours Twitter: https://twitter.com/ViatorTravel Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/viatortravel/ Vine: https://vine.co/Viator Blog: http://travelblog.viator.com/ What’s so great about Viator? Whether you're planning far in advance or ...
Hiking in the Muir Woods National Monument.
Muir Woods National Monument - Summer 2016
Muir Woods National Monument - Summer 2016
On Location in Muir Woods National Monument in Mill Valley, Northern California.
Me walking with lots of redwoods in Marin County Northern California.
Crossing the Golden Gate Bridge, driving to Muir Woods National Monument, driving to Golden Gate Lookout, and back over the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Our amazing road thrip through the western United States in July 2015. We just rented a car, bought a cheap tent and sleeping bags and headed out with just a rough tour plan and no reservations of any kind. If you plan to go for a west coast trip too, we can only urge you to do the same. Don't be hesitant if you fear you won't get campgrounds in summer months - we always found our place, and sometimes you end up on the most beautiful places you else would never have seen. Finally, we skipped all cities except San Francisco to spend our time in the wilderness and ended up staying the longest time at one place in Zion National Park, a place where we would just have planned a short visit if we made a concrete tour plan in advance. It's the full 1 hour version made for our own memory, but we...
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