Soak in the cool redwoods and enjoy expansive vistas as Trail Trek Thursday visits Purisima Creek and Harkins Ridge trails with Docent Naturalists Nick Yatsko and Bobbie Riedel. This moderately-paced trek includes nearly 1,000 of elevation gain, so bring plenty of water and a snack. Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after August 8 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close August 21 at 2:00 p.m.
Meet at the Purisima Creek trailhead on Purisima Creek Road. From the Highway 92 and Highway 1 intersection in Half Moon Bay, travel south on Highway 1 approximately 4.3 miles. Turn left on Verde Road. After turning on Verde Rd. and traveling 0.25 miles, continue straight to remain on what becomes Purisima Creek Rd. (Verde Rd. splits off to the right.) Travel approximately 3.7 miles on Purisima Creek Rd. to reach the preserve. There are 7 spaces and 1 ADA parking at this area.