Mill Valley, CA

About Mill Valley

• • Sam Rockwell, Academy Award-winning actor, spent part of his childhood in Mill Valley.
• • Tamalpie Pizza, a popular Bay Area pizza chain, originated in Mill Valley.
• • Lumber mills and redwood logging established Mill Valley in the mid-19th century.
• • Mill Valley has a secret staircase network totaling over 17 miles.
• • The Great Mill Valley Fire of 1929 destroyed much of the downtown area.
• • Named for its early sawmill, Mill Valley was incorporated in 1900.
• • With 14,231 residents, it's smaller than nearby Sausalito.
• • At 125 feet, the elevation offers views of Mount Tamalpais.
• • Many residents work in professional, scientific, and technical services.
• • A peaceful, bohemian vibe permeates the redwood-lined streets.
• • The Golden State Warriors, an NBA team, play nearby in San Francisco.
• • Mount Tamalpais hosted cross-country running championships in the 1970s.

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