Mount Tamalpais State Park Docent Led Hike “The (not-so) Hidden Treasures of Mt Tamalpais:  Experience multiple geologic and growth eco-systems while traversing the south side of Mt Tamalpais. Visit historic West Point Inn and Mountain Theater.” TENTATIVE ROUTE:  Pan Toll – Old Stage Road – Rock Springs Trail – Old Mine Trail. Part of the FMT Pantoll […]

Annual Holiday Party for FMT Members. More Details Soon!

"Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau. Science is proving what people have known for ages – going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. Mt. Tam has been a special place of inspiration for many generations of […]

Come join the annual Friends of Mt Tam and California Alpine Club New Years Day hike to the top of Mt Tam!!   Everyone is welcome!   The New Year's Day hikes will depart at 9:30am from Rock Spring Parking Lot. Hike leaders will plan easy to moderate hikes with the destination of East Peak. […]

Light Breakfast Guest Speakers Updates on Friends of Mt Tam  More Details Soon! 

"Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau. Science is proving what people have known for ages – going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. Mt. Tam has been a special place of inspiration for many generations of […]

A free all-day event showcasing the unique sciences of Mt Tam State Park. Expert guides in Flora, Fauna, Geology, and Astronomy will provide in person experiences to highlight how science can deepen our understanding of our environment. There will be a very limited number of slots available for each event.   Friends of Mt Tam members […]

"Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau. Science is proving what people have known for ages – going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. Mt. Tam has been a special place of inspiration for many generations of […]

Friends of Mt. Tam Annual Picnic  Location of event: Madrone Grove, across from the Mountain Theatre  (Quarry Lot near the Mt. Theater may offer more parking spots) When: Sunday, October 15, 2023 2:00 Appetizers 3:00 Potluck What to Bring: By last name: A-H Salads (macaroni, potato, fruit, mixed greens or your choice) I-P   Dessert Q-Z  Appetizer We will provide non alcoholic drinks, […]

“In every walk with nature one receives far more than (they) seek.” - John Muir  Science has proven what people have known for ages –walking in nature is one of the best ways to reset and connect with your creative mind. This walk will begin in silence as we trade asphalt for dirt and fall […]

“In every walk with nature one receives far more than (they) seek.” - John Muir  Science has proven what people have known for ages –walking in nature is one of the best ways to reset and connect with your creative mind. This walk will begin in silence as we trade asphalt for dirt and fall […]

Annual Holiday Party for FMT Members. More Details Soon!

Join Franklin Young for this great hike! Hike Route: Bootjack, Easy Grade, Mt Theater, Rock Spring trail, West Point Inn, Nora, Matt Davis About 4 miles and 1000 ft in elevation change Snack stop at West Point Inn 

Sponsored by Friends of Mt Tam and California Alpine Club Where: Rock Spring parking lot When: January 1, 2024 Time: 9am to 2pm* Parking: Parking in this lot is free. Overflow parking is available in the Quarry parking lot by the Mountain Theater. What to expect: This annual event hike is actually multiple hikes! All […]