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Visit East Peak Visitor Center Critter & Watershed Exhibit

  • Mount Tamalpais East Peak Mill Valley, CA, 94941 United States (map)

Come on up to the top of Tam and visit the East Peak Visitor Center. State Park docents will be available to answer questions.

Friends of Mt Tam Members (as little as $25/year) get 20% off all merchandise

Maps, books, apparel, and souvenirs for sale. Also interpretive displays to help connect visitors with the natural and cultural resources found at the park.

GENERAL THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT "OPEN HOUSE" SCIENCE QUEST EVENTS

CAPACITY: These events do not have capacity limits - come on out!

PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving at least 30 minutes early to locate parking. Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak require a $8 fee - bring exact change! You can also pay through the Yodel app (https://www.yodelpass.com) . The Quarry Parking lot (just past Mountain Theater towards East Peak) is an option if Rock Spring Parking lot is full. Pantoll parking is very limited – BootJack sometimes will have open spots. Bus service schedule is available at https://marintransit.org/routes/61.

FAMILIES: Suitable for families with children who are interested in nature.

CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam

CLOTHES: Weather on Mt Tam can be very unpredictable and can change quickly. Dressing in layers is recommended.

EQUIPMENT: For presentations at Pantoll, bring a folding chair.

Dogs(except for service animals) are not allowed

Public Restrooms: Available at East Peak, Rock Spring, Bootjack, Mountain Home, and Pantoll.