Forest and woodland comprise over a third of Marin County and provide us with clean air, drinking water, recreational opportunities, habitat for diverse species, and more. They also have significant cultural value.   

Today, forests face threats such as diseases, introduced weeds, fire exclusion, human-caused climate change, and more.

These self-guided walks offer a glimpse into what forests need to be healthy, and how our One Tam partnership is working to address these threats on our Marin public lands, improve forest health, and evolve our understanding of caring for forests.  

What is a Healthy Forest? 

The trail around Lake Lagunitas, Mt. Tamalpais offers a glimpse into efforts to restore forests. Take a walk through the different habitats along this trail to learn what’s stressing our forests, and which tools are being used in this area to care for them. All while enjoying views of the lake and the wildlife that thrive here! 

This walk starts in the Lake Lagunitas parking lot and leads you counterclockwise around the lake. Get updated information about visiting the Mt. Tamalpais Watershed.

A (Virtual) Walk in the Woods | Length: 1.7 to 2.6-mile loop | Elevation: 394 ft

Download PDF: 

Lake Lagunitas Self-guided Forest Walk  | published June 2023
Paseo Autoguiado por el Bosque del Lago Lagunitas (Spanish version) | published August 2023