Muir Beach

Muir Beach is a small coastal settlement in Marin County that stretches along a narrow stretch of dark sand and granite boulders facing the Pacific Ocean. A creek flowing from nearby forest reaches the shore here, creating a natural meeting point between freshwater and sea.

The settlement was originally known as Big Lagoon, then renamed Bello Beach before becoming Muir Beach to connect with the nearby Muir Woods area. These name changes reflect how the community became linked with the region's broader conservation efforts.

Residents of this California coastal community maintain traditions centered on environmental preservation and marine resource protection through local initiatives.

The beach offers parking and is readily accessible from Highway 1, which connects toward San Francisco. A footbridge links the main access points, making it easy to explore the shoreline.

The beach features an unusual quality where the creek water mixes with sand, creating shifting patterns visible especially at low tide. This dynamic interplay between freshwater flow and shoreline is a natural phenomenon that sets this location apart from other similar beaches.

Location: Marin County

Elevation above the sea: 95 m

Website: https://muirbeachcsd.com

GPS coordinates: 37.86222,-122.58139

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:22