Ever wonder what banana slugs are up to in the summer? We do! Join Docent Naturalists Roberta and Jaime Cavazos and Melissa Hero to find out on a leisurely-paced hike along the Purisima Creek as you look for these amazing creatures while learning some fun banana-slug facts. There may even be other fantastic finds along the way! Bring a light snack to enjoy on the trail. Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after July 13 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close July 26 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.