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Welcome lovers of Mt Tamalpais State Park!
Since 1983, the Friends of Mt. Tam have been volunteer ambassadors in support of Mt. Tamalpais State Park. We are the park’s official fundraising partner, working closely with State Park personnel to enrich its visitors’ experience through education, interpretation, volunteering, and stewardship.
This group will provide opportunities to join docent led Hikes and other ways to enjoy the mountain!
You can quickly join Friends of Mt Tam for as little as $25 at
https://www.friendsofmttam.org/get-involved/join-us.html
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The Back Door to Muir Woods
Pantoll Campground, 3801 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, USThe Back Door to Muir Woods.
5.5 miles/1500 ft elevation gain
It is one of the 4 hikes of the Pantoll Quad program. For details see https://www.friendsofmttam.org/wp-content/uploads/PanToll-Quad-Brochure-03022021.pdf. Upon completing all 4 hikes, you will receive a badge of Honor.
This hike will be led by Docent Franklin Young.
Meeting Place: Pantoll by the Friends of Mt Tam trailer
Start time: 9AM / Return: 12:30PM
Moderate but steady pace
Trails: Stapelveldt, Ben Johnson, at Muir Woods, Bootjack, Alpine
Recommended: water, sturdy shoes, hiking poles, snack25 attendees
Pantoll Quad Hike / Bolinas Ridge
Pantoll Campground, 3801 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, US6 miles / 1000 feet elevation gain
This hike will have some very nice ocean views, weather permitting. It is considered a "moderate" hike (5-7 miles with up to 1500 feet of elevation gain). There is sustained climbing on Bolinas Ridge and Cataract.
Join Docent Debra Hoitomt for this guided hike.
Trails: Matt Davis, Bolinas Ridge Trail, Cataract Creek, Old Mine
Sign up is required
MEET: Pantoll Parking Area
DEPARTURE: 9am Departure. Group should return no later than 12:30pm
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking and pay parking fees. Pantoll parking requires an $8 fee.
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: There will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).
This hike is part of the "The Pantoll Quad", which is four epic hikes that start/end at the Pantoll Campground. Together they are 21 miles with 4,300 feet of elevation. Individually they are 4.5 – 6.5 miles long with 500 – 1,500 of elevation. Upon completing all 4 hikes, you will receive a badge of Honor.
https://www.friendsofmttam.org/wp-content/uploads/PanToll-Quad-Brochure-03022021.pdf22 attendees
Steep Ravine, Here we Come
Pantoll Campground, 3801 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, USSteep Ravine, Here we Come.
5.6 miles/1300 ft elevation gain
Steep Ravine is now open again thanks to the diligent work of park staff.
It is one of the 4 hikes of the Pantoll Quad program. For details see https://www.friendsofmttam.org/wp-content/uploads/PanToll-Quad-Brochure-03022021.pdf. Upon completing all 4 hikes, you will receive a badge of Honor.
This hike will be led by Docent Franklin Young.
Meeting Place: Pantoll by the Friends of Mt Tam trailer
Start time: 9AM / Return: 12:30PM
Moderate but steady pace
Trails: Steep Ravine, Dipsea, Coastal FR, Old Mine
Recommended: water, sturdy shoes, hiking poles, snack25 attendees
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