Mount Tamalpais State Park

Category: State park in Mill Valley, California

Address: 3801 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA

Phone: +14153882070

Reviews

The Maldonado’s

Jul 20, 2022

It is great to be back on park life. This is a great park. Pathways are well maintained, and the Rangers were enthusiastically amazing. The banana slugs are hard to find. Parking needs to be planed, so reserve with time. There is low WiFi reception, but you could reserve the parking online almost at the last minute if there is availability. It is worth the visit.

Mirka Mendez

Jun 4, 2022

Beautiful state park with many miles of hiking trails. I've seen dogs and horses on the trails. Great views of the nature around. Definitely recommend a visit.

Renee Kar-Johnson

Feb 1, 2022

My room mates and I went on our very first hike together!!! Two of them are pretty skilled at their hiking ability, the rest of us…well, we went for fun;) but it was such an amazing time. So wholesome, the weather and atmosphere was amazing. The park is so well kept, with good maps and directions. We were so happy to cross this one off our list, and after doing this hike we decided that we want to go on more together:)

Sean Francis

Nov 13, 2021

One of my favorite hikes in the bay area. I usually try to go during the week, because the weekends can get busy. I camped here multiple times and have the best outdoors experience everytime. There's a wonderful trail down to the beach too. Also heads up, if you want to camp - it's first come first serve, try to get there early.

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Questions & Answers

Can we camp on the trails while backpacking?

Watsonville KH | Aug 25, 2019
Daniel Davis | Aug 25, 2019

There are campgrounds that they wpuld prefer you use, but i would suggest calling ahead about primitive canping like that.

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Hi, I'm seeking places I can visit that is pet friendly, any suggestions?

Sara Estrada | Aug 25, 2018
Marshall Alexander | Aug 25, 2018

Mount Tam is pet friendly but you'll need to keep your animal on a leash.

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How do I get a camping reservation on Mt.tam

Chuck Baby | Aug 25, 2018
Mitch Roemer | Aug 25, 2018

Online

what time does the Tamalpais state park close? they say they close at sunset but what exact time? according to google, the sunset at Tamalpais is PM19:33 then does this mean they close at 19:33? and is it likely foggy in today's evening?

Mark Cha | Aug 24, 2020
Jessica Miller | Aug 24, 2020

The time of closing changes every day as it is at sunset. Yes, the park is closed at sunset. There is no more entering the park after that time. The ranger then drives the roads to kick people out. If you do not leave before the ranger locks the gates, you will receive a ticket and get locked in.

Is there RV Camp sites? Do cell phones work? Verizon?

Layla “Naked Truth Babe” | Aug 25, 2019
Love Crumbs | Aug 25, 2019

No, mostly not, and probably not.

Who to contact re: those little rooms on Mt Tam - right next to the log cabin?

theresa hayes | Aug 25, 2018
Love Crumbs | Aug 25, 2019

West Point Inn - They should take online reservations.

where to hike for views with a 12 year old

Nora pearl | Aug 25, 2018
Rashmi Shenoy Kottachery | Aug 25, 2018

Drive to top, lookout will be there n little walk/hike

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Hi Are there overnight camping spots available for backpackers?

Charlotte Lambert | Aug 25, 2018
Jeffrey Mazza | Aug 25, 2018

My tamalpais is a state park. Most of their sites are close to parking . Pt.Reyes national Seashore has many backpacking sites, and is only a few miles north. Check both National and State park websites

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How accessible is this park for disabled people in wheel chairs? Are there paths/trails for a wheelchair to be pushed? Do they have accessible tent camping sites with accessible restrooms close by? Thanks for any info/experience you can offer.

Jacquie Menjivar | May 26, 2022
Vivek Pandit | May 26, 2022

There is accessible parking. The trail to the summit is quite narrow, rocky, and would need stepping on rocks for balance and support to go ahead with the hike. I highly doubt if there's any accessible trail to the peak. However you can get close to the peak with a wheelchair. The visitor center was close/non functional when i visited, on a Sunday. Not sure of accessible camping sites/restrooms

How do I get the gate combo for Steep Ravine?

Karin Mcclune | Jan 26, 2022
Anthony Mesias | Jan 26, 2022

You have to call the number on your reservation pdf to reserve California. Or call the Mt. Tam number and they can give it to you as well. You will need your reservation #.

Can I mountain bike here?

john lindquist | Aug 24, 2021
Ravi sankar Vemuri | Aug 24, 2021

Not to the peak.. but on the fire roads.

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Is there any dispersed camping

RD Potter | Aug 24, 2021
Lloyd Ambrose | Aug 24, 2021

Yes!

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Do we need to reserve parking online? Or can we park as we go? Thanks

trupti shanbhag | Aug 25, 2019
Christian Perring | Aug 25, 2019

For Muir Woods you need to reserve parking online. But for the rest of the park you don't.

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Are there picnic tables at Rock Spring? There used to be, but last year they had disappeared. What happened?

Nancy Parker | Aug 25, 2019
Jessica Miller | Aug 24, 2020

There are still picnic tables at Rock Springs. They are just up the little hill under the oak trees to the right of the trail head with the information sign. There are 3-4 tables there. There are more tables if you feel like walking to the amphitheater.

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are the campsites by reservation?

Roy Dieckman | Aug 25, 2019
Larry McCullough | Aug 25, 2019

Yes, and hard to get.

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Any grills for cooking food?

Christie Seeley | Aug 25, 2019
Love Crumbs | Aug 25, 2019

No open fires allowed anywhere on the mountain.

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Is it snowing at mount tamalpais?

CJ PACIFIC USA | Aug 25, 2018
Dandre Allison | Aug 25, 2018

No snow

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Can we park thursday at 5:30 pm?

Donna Solin | Aug 25, 2017
Amith Vikram Pai | Aug 25, 2017

Yes u can. Lots of street parking available near the matt davis trailhead and stinson beach

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