Theodore Roosevelt Presidential LibraryPublic Lands Directory

Alerts and conditions

Information Martinez Adobe

The Martinez Adobe, located on the western edge of John Muir’s historic orchard, is currently closed due to structural damage. It is unknown when the public will be able to enter the structure. The Muir/Strentzel mansion remains open to visitors.

Overview

John Muir’s life was a tapestry of roles—fruit rancher, family man, writer—each interwoven with his deep love for nature. As one of America’s most influential naturalists, Muir was more than just an observer of the wilderness; he was its fiercest advocate. His passion for the land drove him to protect the places he held dear, ensuring that future generations could experience their beauty.

From the National Park Service

History

The designation history for this site (every law, proclamation and order, and the administration behind each) is being researched and checked by the Library’s historians.

What to see and do

Activities

  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Hiking
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits

Browse hiking, biking and paddling routes on AllTrails

Plan your visit

Hours

John Muir National Historic Site: The main park site and visitor center are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. We are closed on Sunday and Monday.

Getting there

Please visit our main website for specific directions to our park. You may call the John Muir Visitor Center for additional information.

Visitor centers

Weather

The Mediterranean climate of Martinez features hot, dry summers with lower temperatures near 60º F and upper temperatures near 100º F. The heat gives way to cool, rainy winters with lows near 45º F and highs near 75º F. Fall and spring can bring rain and temperatures from 55-80º F. March to April: wet/dry, 60-80º F May to September: very dry, 60-100º+ F October to November: dry/wet, 55-80º F December to February: wet, 45-75º F

Phone: 9252288860

Whose lands these are

These lands are the ancestral and present-day homelands of Native nations. A section on whose lands these are is being prepared with tribal review. In the meantime, Native Land Digital offers a starting point.

Photos

A old copper sprayer sits against a tree-line background.
John Muir National Historic Site · NPS photo, Luther Bailey
A natural foot path winds its way through hills and trees.
Mount Wanda · NPS photo, Luther Bailey
A tall wooden windmill and a small white shed surrounded by trees.
John Muir National Historic Site · NPS photo, Luther Bailey
Old books, a writing pen and inkwell, and paper sit on John Muir's original desk.
John Muir National Historic Site · NPS photo, Luther Bailey

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