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, Lindsay Joye, and Megan Elmore. 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.
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.