View of Muir Beach in Marin County California

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Muir Beach


With over 75 species of butterflies found throughout Marin County, lepidopterists and casual animal-lovers alike flock to Muir Beach to spot Monarch butterflies during their fall migration through California’s Rocky Mountains. Other butterfly species spotted in the area include Anise Swallowtail and Western Tiger Swallowtails (found on the San Pedro Ridge) and the gorgeous Western Pygmy-Blue (seen at Bolinas Lagoon.)

For everything you need to plan your Marin County vacation, check out the many resources from our friends at VisitMarin.org on their  website or Facebook page!

Everyone knows that Marin County is the perfect weekend destination for so many reasons. Along with the eccentric charm of Northern California, Marin’s mild year-round weather and direct access to the Pacific make the county especially irresistible for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Although summer is always a good time to plan your Marin getaway, don’t underestimate the beauty of Marin in winter. In fact, animal lovers of creatures on land and sea should head to the county during the winter months in order to best observe the California Grey Whale, elephant seals, and egrets. Winter wildlife watchers should plan on visiting these three points of interest in Marin County, as they are the best places to see and admire these local creatures.  


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