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Every car and every shuttle rider at Muir Woods needs a reservation, and there is no cell service to call a ride back. What to arrange before you go.
Last checked 13 Sep 2026. Source: National Park Service (nps.gov).
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Every car and every shuttle seat needs a reservation
Reservations are required for all personal vehicles and for shuttle riders. The shuttle itself is seasonal — generally summer weekends and holidays.
What to do: Reserve parking or the shuttle before driving out, and check the current shuttle schedule.
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No cell service — arrange the ride back before you go in
There is no cell-phone service at Muir Woods, which makes hailing a return ride from inside difficult. Ride-shares and taxis can drop off without a parking reservation.
What to do: Save directions and tickets offline, and arrange return transport in advance.
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