Marin County

County California, United States
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What to expect

Marin County is a county located in the northwestern part of the San Francisco Bay Area of California. The county has a rich natural beauty, with sites such as the Muir Woods redwood forest, the Marin Headlands, Stinson Beach, the Point Reyes National Seashore, and Mount Tamalpais. Marin County is also home to the Marin County Civic Center, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and offers guided tours. The county has a strong focus on outdoor activities, with the Dipsea Race, a cross-country running event, taking place annually, and the slopes of Mount Tamalpais being a popular spot for mountain biking. Families can enjoy visiting the Marin Museum of the American Indian, which features exhibits on Coast Miwok artifacts, crafts, and artwork, as well as participating in Indigenous-led events such as healing drumming and traditional dancing

Plan your family visit to the Marin County with these blog insights 👇

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Epic Northern California Road Trips

Epic Northern California Road Trips
This family's experience:

Activities: We headed to Muir Woods, which lives up to its fame

Highlights: The area is jaw-droppingly beautiful with its headlands and hikes down to the ocean ✨