Join Docent Naturalists Frances Reneau and Helena Cohen for the 18th in the "All Preserves" series celebrating Midpen's 50th anniversary. Explore magnificent Purisima Creek Canyon, the centerpiece of this preserve. Even in a drought year the creek should flow in this deep canyon just outside Half Moon Bay. Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after August 16 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close August 29 at 2:00 p.m.
From the North: Accessible from Purisima Creek Road. From the Highway 92 and Highway 1 intersection in Half Moon Bay, travel on Highway 1 south approximately 4.3 miles. Turn left on Verde Road. After turning on to Verde Road and traveling 1/4-mile, continue straight to remain on what becomes Purisima Creek Road. (Verde Road splits off to the right.) Travel approximately 3.7 miles on Purisima Creek Road. From the South: Accessible from Purisima Creek Road. From the Highway 84 and Highway 1 intersection in San Gregorio, travel on Highway 1 north approximately 6.4 miles. Turn right on the third Verde Road intersection. After turning on to Verde Road and traveling 1/4-mile, continue straight to remain on what becomes Purisima Creek Road. (Verde Road splits off to the right.) Travel approximately 3.7 miles on Purisima Creek Road.