Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

"The greatest meeting of land and water in the world." Francis McComa, Landscape Artist

Hike on october 30th, 2010

Point Lobos State Preserve

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About Point Lobos State Reserve: Deriving its name from the offshore rocks at Punta de los Lobos Marinos, Point of the Sea Wolves, where the sound of the sea lions carries inland, the reserve has often been called "the crown jewel of the State Park System." Point Lobos has offered many things to millions of people who have visited it over the years.

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is outstanding for sightseeing, photography, painting, nature study, picnicking, SCUBA diving, and jogging. In addition to the spectacular beauty, nearly every aspect of its resources is of scientific interest. There are rare plant communities, endangered archeological sites, unique geological formations, and incredibly rich flora and fauna of both land and sea.

Hike Description: We did a flat 7 miles out and back along the coast route and past the Whalers Coast and Cabin. We started from the parking lot by Bird Island and hiked past all the scenic coves along the way.

View along the trail at Point Lobos Point Lobos
Hikers got great views
We saw beautiful cliffs and coves
   
Park Details and Maps
Hours: 8 a.m. to dusk

Carpool Info: We will meet at 8:00 a.m. at the Los Gatos Park and Ride. From Highway 17, exit on Saratoga/Los Gatos Road. It's located between University Ave & Santa Cruz Ave. It's the Northeast lot. It's hard to miss. You should see other people and cars.

Park Info: Point Lobos State Reserve is located three miles south of Carmel just off Highway 1. Both Cypress Grove Trail and North Shore Trail depart from the northwest end of Cypress Grove parking area. $10.00 per car entrance fee.

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