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A couple hiking a dirt trail in the Marin Headlands. A Golden Gate Bridge tower can be seen peeking through the green mountain range in the background.
Hiking the Headlands
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Curious about the natural world of the Marin Headlands? This 2-mile guided hike will explore the ecosystems, animals, and geology of these rolling hills.

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Scenic landscape view of Fort Cronkhite, Rodeo Beach, and the Marin Headlands.
Beach to Battery - A Ranger-Guided Hike
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Ever wondered what’s hidden inside some those historic WWII batteries tucked away in the hills of the Marin Headlands? Here’s your chance to find out! 

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Barred owl in Muir Woods National Monument
Owl Prowl
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On this strenuous 3-mile dusk hike we will look and listen for the owls that call Muir Woods home.Owl Prowl

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Poppies overlooking Fort Cronkhite and Rodeo Beach
Hike to History: Ranger Guided Trek to Hill 88
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Join the National Park Service for a Ranger-led hike through the rugged beauty of the Marin Headlands as we ascend to one of the most intriguing—and scenic—historical sites in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

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Scenic landscape view of Fort Cronkhite, Rodeo Beach, and the Marin Headlands.
Beach to Battery - A Ranger Guided Hike

Ever wondered what’s hidden inside some those historic WWII batteries tucked away in the hills of the Marin Headlands? Here’s your chance to find out! Join a Ranger-Guided Hike & Program and step inside one of these iconic and historic sites, Battery Townsley...

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Discovering local flora and fauna during the City Nature Challenge.
City Nature Challenge: Bioblitz at Lands End
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Join us for the City Nature Challenge at Lands End! 

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White Crowned Sparrow
Beginner Birding
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Come join a Ranger Guided Hike and Birding Program with a Marin Headlands Interpretation Ranger! Learn all about the many different types of birds that call the Marin Headlands home while hiking along the scenic Rodeo Lagoon Loop Trail beginning at Rodeo Beach.

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People in Nature Artwork at Lands Ends
Parks As Ancestors: A Reflective Walk
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Join us for a moderate walk and talk to learn about how our parks bring us closer to our more than human world and to each other!  

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Tennessee Valley trail
Owls of the Tennessee Valley
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Join us on an easy four-mile, three hour dusk hike through the Tennessee Valley where we will search for and learn more about the owls that reside in and visit the Tennessee Valley.

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Muir Woods Historic Redwoods
Ranger-Guided Hike: Main Loop
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Have you ever wondered what a ranger looks at when they go for a walk in the woods? You’re invited to come with us!

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