Muir Beach
, United States
Muir Beach is named for pioneering environmentalist John Muir. Nearby is the Pelican Inn, a quaint English-style pub. Complaints from nearby homeowners prompted 23 arrests in 2000-2001. As of early 2003, it appears that the complaining parties have moved away, and law enforcement has abated....
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Muir Beach
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Muir Beach is named for pioneering environmentalist John Muir. Nearby is the Pelican Inn, a quaint English-style pub. Complaints from nearby homeowners prompted 23 arrests in 2000-2001. As of early 2003, it appears that the complaining parties have moved away, and law enforcement has abated.
Striking setting with a creek and dense woods
Crescent-shaped beach with lots of privacy
Excellent sand
Best sun from late morning to mid afternoon
Frequently windy and foggy, nice during Indian Summer
More than 100 visitors on a warm day
Straights, gays, singles, families, couples, seniors
Some gawkers
Muir Beach Directions
Drive north of the Golden Gate Bridge on US 101
Exit onto CA 1 north
Turn left onto Pacific Way at milepost 5.7 just before the Pelican Inn
Take either path from the parking lot toward the beach. Stay on the path to avoid damaging the wetlands
Turn north (right) on the beach to the large rock pile. Wear sturdy shoes to cross it The nude area is north of the rocks.