Friends of Mt Tam Astronomy Night on the Mountain

Rock Spring Parking Lot

In partnership with SFAA (San Francisco Amateur Astronomers). Limited Slots - Friends of Mt Tam Members will get first access Stay tuned for more details!

“Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity” – Interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe

Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais

"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 […]

Check on Barnatte and Owliver

Dias Rdge, Mt Tamalpais

Join Franklin Young for this great hike! Check on Barnatte and Owliver. Golden Gate Dairy has been the nesting ground for barn owls for over 35 years.  We could possibly meet the latest batch of baby owls. Along the way, we'll look for and enjoy the last of the wildflowers.   Distance: 7 miles with about […]

Celebrate Juneteenth with a spin on Tam

Mountain Home Inn, 810 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA

Join Franklin Young for this great hike! Distance: 3 miles with 400 ft of elevation change Pace: Easy Bring snack Trails: Mt Home parking to Hogback to Hoo Koo E Koo to Double Bow Knot to Gravity car grade to Mt Home parking

“Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity” – Interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe

Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais

“Methinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau.  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 […]

Have a mid-day break on Tam including a lunch with hummingbirds

Mountain Home Inn, 810 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA

Distance: 4 miles with 800 ft of elevation gain Pace: Easy Bring snack Trails: Mt Home parking to Hogback to Matt Davis to Nora to Old Railroad grade to Hogback to Mt Home parking

Sound Summit 2024

Cushing Memorial Amphitheater, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA 2 Cushing Dr, United States

Not a Friends of Mt Tam event, but we know many members like to attend 

Visit Green Gulch: its Zen center and its organic farm.

Dias Ridge, Mt Tamalpais

Distance: 7.6 miles with about 1000 ft of elevation change Pace: easy Bring lunch Trails: Dias trailhead (off Panoramic) to Miwok to Coyote Ridge to Green Gulch to Golden Gate Stables to Dias Ridge to Dias trailhead (Panoramic)

“Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity” – Interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe

Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais

“Methinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau.  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 […]

Mt Tamalpais State Park Science Quest Day

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 […]

“Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity” – Interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe

Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais

“Methinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau.  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 […]

East Peak Gravity Car Barn Open

Mt Tamalpais East Peak Mt. Tam Gravity Car Barn, Mill Valley, United States

State Park Volunteer docents at the Gravity Car Barn Museum share their love of the mountain’s rich history. Relive the past by learning how train passengers used to coast down the mountain. You’ll also find: Interpretive displays to help connect visitors with the cultural resources found at the park. Video documentary for your enjoyment Historic photos and […]

East Peak Gravity Car Barn Open

Mt Tamalpais East Peak Mt. Tam Gravity Car Barn, Mill Valley, United States

State Park Volunteer docents at the Gravity Car Barn Museum share their love of the mountain’s rich history. Relive the past by learning how train passengers used to coast down the mountain. You’ll also find: Interpretive displays to help connect visitors with the cultural resources found at the park. Video documentary for your enjoyment Historic photos and […]

First Day Hike

Rock Spring Trailhead, W Ridgecrest Blvd, Stinson Beach, CA 94970, USA 2 Ridgecrest Rd, United States

Sponsored by Friends of Mt Tam and California Alpine Club Where: Rock Spring Parking Lot When: January 1, 2025 Time: 9:15am 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 […]

Walking Mt. Tam: The Winter Edition

Pantoll Campground Parking, 6456 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA 2 Panoramic Hwy, United States

Interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe. “In every walk with nature one receives far more than they seek.”  — John Muir Winter is a special time to walk on Mt. Tam - the water is flowing, the hills turn green and the air is fresh and crisp.  This hike will provide a little bit of […]

Walking Mt. Tam: The Winter Edition

Pantoll Campground Parking, 6456 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA 2 Panoramic Hwy, United States

Interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe. “In every walk with nature one receives far more than they seek.”  — John Muir Winter is a special time to walk on Mt. Tam - the water is flowing, the hills turn green and the air is fresh and crisp.  This hike will provide a little bit of […]

Annual FMT Member Meeting

California Alpine Club, 730 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA 2 Panoramic Hwy, United States

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