Upcoming Public Guided Walks

Between 10am and 12noon, visitors of all abilities are invited to experience our accessible, Sea Lion Point trail. Docents with scopes, binoculars, marine mammal pelts and information will be stationed along the trail for all to go at their own pace. As well as enjoying our beautiful, flat coastal trail, sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters and migrating whales may be seen! 

Take this docent led walk through the beautiful Cypress Grove focusing on the best photo spots and the diversity of life in Point Lobos. We will talk about the plants, trees, marine mammals, sea life, birds, geology and cultural history of our State Natural Reserve that is described as the “…greatest meeting between land and sea.” The walk is mostly level with some stairs and a few rocky uneven places to traverse. Come join us!

Join docent Randy for a walk from Whalers Cove to Coal Chute Point and Granite Point, breathtakingly beautiful but relatively little-traveled areas of our Reserve.  This is an area where human history and our natural environment are intimately connected, and as we look for birds, animals and flowers, you will also learn about human activities that have come and gone over time.

Although the wonder and beauty is everywhere at Point Lobos, the Cypress Grove Trail surrounding Allan Memorial Grove is the heart of the Reserve.  Please join me as we explore the six habitats we will encounter-exploring wildlife, plant life, and geology unique here.  The Allan Memorial Grove invites a look into the history of P.L. and the Monterey Bay.  Docent Doug

Walk Theme: Habitats of Point Lobos.  A discussion of plant and animal habitats in Point Lobos, including both land and ocean.  We will walk the Cypress Grove Trail, a relatively easy 0.8 mile loop with a little bit of climbing required as we round Pinnacle Point.  Not recommended for strollers unless you have someone to help carry them.  Guaranteed to be both informative and fun!  Meet at the Info Station parking lot.  Walk guided by Peter Fletcher.

With hundreds of cormorant pairs returning to nest, Bird Island is a very lively place in late spring.  Your docent guides will be carrying a spotting scope for close views and will point out other birds and animals, which may include Brown Pelicans, Pigeon Guillemots, Black Crowned Night Herons, Harbor Seal pups and their moms, and Southern Sea Otters.

The walk will include discussions of the cultural history and the natural wonders of Point Lobos.

Walk Theme: Geology, Habitats and Human History of Point Lobos.  This is an easy walk along the Granite Point Trail around Whalers Cove, and we'll discuss the plant and animal communities, the geology that made Point Lobos possible, and the story of human habitation of Point Lobos. Maybe a chemistry lesson, a physics lesson or even a poem.  But guaranteed to be both informative and fun!!  Meet in the Whalers Cove parking lot.  Walk guided by Peter Fletcher.

Join a California State Parks Interpreter on a gentle, level walk that includes several extended stops for nature journaling on June 11. We will learn some beginner-friendly nature journaling skills and exercises to help you deepen your relationship with the world around us. No prior art or writing experience is necessary. Use the paper and colored pencils provided by us or bring your own sketchbook and drawing/writing supplies.
Meet at Information Station near Sea Lion Point. Space is limited so please RSVP to pointlobos@ports-ca.us.

Join docent Randy for a walk from Whalers Cove to Coal Chute Point and Granite Point, breathtakingly beautiful but relatively little-traveled areas of our Reserve.  This is an area where human history and our natural environment are intimately connected, and as we look for birds, animals and flowers, you will also learn about human activities that have come and gone over time.

Take an easy one-mile round trip walk along the Granite Point trail in Whaler’s Cove to learn about the lives of nine extraordinary women whose efforts shaped and preserved this land. During our 1 ½ hour and stroll, we’ll revel in the beauty of the reserve as we celebrate the vision, labor and passion of those in the past who made it all possible.

Although the wonder and beauty is everywhere at Point Lobos, the Cypress Grove Trail surrounding Allan Memorial Grove is the heart of the Reserve.  Please join me as we explore the six habitats we will encounter-exploring wildlife, plant life, and geology unique here.  The Allan Memorial Grove invites a look into the history of P.L. and the Monterey Bay.  Docent Doug

Walk Theme: Habitats of Point Lobos.  A discussion of plant and animal habitats in Point Lobos, including both land and ocean.  We will walk the Cypress Grove Trail, a relatively easy 0.8 mile loop with a little bit of climbing required as we round Pinnacle Point.  Not recommended for strollers unless you have someone to help carry them.  Guaranteed to be both informative and fun!  Meet at the Info Station parking lot.  Walk guided by Peter Fletcher.

With hundreds of cormorant pairs returning to nest, Bird Island is a very lively place in late spring.  Your docent guides will be carrying a spotting scope for close views and will point out other birds and animals, which may include Brown Pelicans, Pigeon Guillemots, Black Crowned Night Herons, Harbor Seal pups and their moms, and Southern Sea Otters.

The walk will include discussions of the cultural history and the natural wonders of Point Lobos.

Less than a mile loop around the Cypress Grove Trail.  Expansive views, and little treasures.