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Forever in the
Marin Headlands

Discover Marin’s first Memorial Forest with Mt. Tam views

See the trees at Fernwood and learn how to make Mill Valley your resting place.

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A Living Tribute

Instead of a tombstone, a Memorial Tree at Fernwood is a protected place to return ashes to the earth that gives loved ones a beautiful, life-filled place to visit for generations to come.

A custom inscribed Remembrance Boulder and an intimate in-forest ceremony honor life and inspire a connection to the natural beauty of Marin.

Limited Time Offer: Free Remembrance Boulder is included with your Memorial Tree purchase.

A Protected Resting Place

A Memorial Tree at Fernwood will be preserved, protected, and maintained in perpetuity. It’s a natural sanctuary where memories can be cherished and new ones can be made.

Plan your living legacy

A forest guide speaks to a family about their forest memorial planning while on a tour at Better Place Forests

Choose cremation

Fernwood offers optional cost-effective cremation services.

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Choose your Tree

Explore Fernwood Memorial Trees with the help of a Guide.

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Plan your Ceremony

Celebrate life with a customized memorial service.

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Return ashes to earth

Ashes rejoin the cycle of life at your tree, becoming a part of the life of the forest.

A place to visit and reflect

Fernwood offers a sense of healing with inspiring views of Mt. Tam and fresh coastal Marin air.

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Memorial Trees at Fernwood

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Find Your Forever Tree

200 Memorial Trees available—reserve yours today.

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Coastal Live Oak

Sunny and generous. Vital food source for wildlife.

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California Bay

Evergreen and aromatic. Thrive in many environments.

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Redwood

Majestic and towering. Can live up to 2,000 years.

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Blackwood Acacia

Adaptable and fast-growing. Known for spring blooms.

Secure Your Memorial Tree with Mt. Tam Views

Keepsake Tree

Starting at

$9,900

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Up to 10” Diameter Trunk
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1 Person Placement
(Scatter Ashes)

Legacy Tree

Starting at

$12,900

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Up to 27” Diameter Trunk
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1 Person Placement
(Scatter Ashes)

Monument Tree

Starting at

$17,900

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Up to 100” Diameter Trunk
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1 Person Placement
(Scatter Ashes)
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Fernwood
Memorial Forest

Book a tour of Marin’s Memorial Forest today and be the first to choose your forever tree.

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