moon valley hs *Truly Mediterranean This Middle Eastern snack joint is great for grabbing a bag of falafel, and a s

acre woodland is home to one of the few remaining first-growth groves of redwoods. The oldest of these giants is at least 1,000 years old, and such trees once covered the coastal area of California. The woods are named in honor of John Muir, the 19thcentury conservationist (see p39). d Muir Woods National Monument Open 8am sunset daily

*Truly Mediterranean This Middle Eastern snack joint is great for grabbing a bag of falafel, and a stack of pitta bread, moon valley hs then heading to Golden Gate Park for a picnic. d 3109 16th St Map F5 (415) 252-7482 Dis. access

The Great Highway Broad and straight, this coast highway begins at Cliff House at the northern moon valley hs end and eventually meets the famous Highway 1, which takes you, via dramatic cliffs, down to Half Moon Bay, Santa Cruz, Monte rey, Carmel, Big Sur and eventually, to Mexico. d Map A4

If you re over 21 but look younger, carry an ID with you showing your age if you want to try out some of the bars and clubs in town or want to drink alcohol in a restaurant or a shop. You must be over 18 to buy cigarettes.