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John Muir, " Fruit Rancher, Family Man, Writer… Father of the National Park Service”, lived in this home with its orchard.
Learn about the history of this influential conservationist and see how he and his family lived in Martinez. In addition, the Martinez Adobe tells the history of the Anza Expedition of 1776, establishing the first Spanish settlement at San Francisco Bay.
Depending how the orchard does, we may be able to pick some fruit to take home. Picnic grounds are available for lunch after the tour. Nearby Mt Wanda hiking trails are part of the park and can be enjoyed as well. Facilities are limited. Bring water.
Event: 1 hour, ranger-led tour of John Muir’s home and orchards
https://www.nps.gov/jomu/index.htm as well as the Martinez Adobe
https://www.nps.gov/juba/index.htm which may be self-guided or, if there are enough rangers, ranger led.
ADA accessible
Parking: limited onsite. Street parking on Walnut street opposite parking entrance to park. All day and 2 hr. parking available.
Group limit 30
Cost: members $15, non-members $25
Rain cancels
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