Hillside Trail
Trail
0.7 mile
1.2 kilometer
point to point
Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
206'
63 m
Descent: -107' -33 m
High: 320' 98 m
Low: 172' 52 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 8% (5°)
Max Grade: 18% (10°)
Dogs
No Dogs
Weather
Unknown
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“Just above the valley floor, look into the heart and branches of these old growth coastal redwoods.”
— Phil DiGirolamoFeatures Views
Family Friendly For families with toddlers the grade is gradual enough to loop with the Redwood Creek Trail to complete a loop through the park. Plenty of room to explore and investigate the forest.
Description
Most hikers utilize this trail to complete the shorter loop through the Muir Woods National Monument. This direction is a gradual climb and connects with the Redwood Creek Trail at the end of the valley. Expect a good amount of traffic going in both directions. The trail is well-maintained and easy to hike along.
Flora & Fauna
Old growth coastal redwoods are the featured attraction of the park.
Contacts
Land Manager: NPS - Muir Woods National Monument
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Jan 5, 2018
Chris McCloud
Visited as part of California trip 2017-2018 with Jiaxin & Sasi. (Or done in 2011 on visit with parents)
Mar 26, 2017
Donovan Fitzgerald
This .7 mile trail leads you along the left hand side of the valley with great views of the redwood groves.
0.7mi
Sep 23, 2011
David Hitchcock
Hike with Brian in the early morning. Good views of the trees, but nothing more.
0.7mi
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