WORLD OCEAN WEEK
Let’s Go Scuba Diving for World Ocean Day! – 06/07/2024 09:00 AM Join the State Parks Dive Team as we explore unique underwater habitats and meet some of the interesting animal species that live in them! Students will learn about actions they can take today to help protect their ocean on World Ocean Day and beyond! TEACHER RESOURCES: For World Ocean Day activities and lesson plans, visit https://worldoceanday.org/resource-type/materials-for-kids Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn more about California State Parks’ PORTScast Programs. Follow us on social media @PORTSprogram to become an official #PORTSfan! Pre-registration is required: https://ports-ca.zoom.us/s/95139573773 For Teachers: You are welcome to share [...]
Happy Birthday PLF
On February 7, 1979, articles of incorporation were filed to the Point Lobos Natural History Association, which is now known as the Point Lobos Foundation. The history of the organization dates back to 1978 as a result of shortfalls from state funding. The Department of Parks and Recreation encouraged the creation of Nonprofit Cooperating Associations that could accept money to fund important needs at individual parks. The PLNHA was made up of mostly park Rangers and their spouses with a few non-rangers and formed to support Point Lobos. Money was raised through book sales to develop interpretive materials, trail guides, [...]
2023 Monterey County Gives!
November 9, 2023 – December 31, 2023 Monterey County Gives! is an annual end-of-year giving campaign to encourage support for local non-profits. It is an initiative of the Monterey County Weekly, in partnership with the Community Foundation for Monterey County and the Monterey Peninsula Foundation. With support from key community partners, a pro-rata match is made on the first $75,000 raised by each organization. Support Point Lobos Consistently high levels of visitation at Point Lobos requires continual maintenance efforts to ensure the safety of visitors and to protect against environmental damage that can result from trail degradation. With your gift the [...]
An Evening at California’s First Theatre!
November 2, 2023 | 5:00 pm- 7:00 pm Be among the first to experience the renovated space. Enjoy an evening touring the theatre and grounds, live entertainment, and refreshments. Tickets are limited. Get yours today! Monterey State Historic Park Association and California State Parks are working together to restore California's First Theatre as a resource to the community that will enable performances, education, interpretation, and special events that meet our shared vision to preserve and sustain Monterey’s distinctive history. The historical landmark building was built about 1844 as a sailor's lodging house by Jack Swan. In 1848 it was commandeered [...]
Point Lobos Vistor Access Survey
California State Parks needs your help! Take the visitor access survey before October 31st and receive 10% off the Point Lobos Foundation online store with promotional code.
90th Anniversary
Purchase a commemorative t-shirt in celebration of the 90th year anniversary of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve's inclusion in the California State Parks system!! Your purchase supports the Point Lobos Foundation.
Thank you!
Thank you to the following businesses that supported Point Lobos with their donation to the Moonlight Walk. Portola Hotel and Spa, Cypress Inn, Grasing’s Restaurant, Jacks Monterey, Social Hour Carmel, Patisserie Boissiere, Elroy’s Fine Foods, Folktale Winery & Vineyards, Whisper Charter, Theodore Heublein Artwork, Ami Carmel, Gallery MAR, Eco Carmel, Nut Hut, Adventures by the Sea, Monterey Zoo, Monterey Touring Vehicles, La Mia Cucina, Revival Ice Cream Manzoni Cellars, The Hidden Gem
2023 Moonlight Walk Event
Registration closed. On September 18, 2023, experience Point Lobos like never before! Enjoy a sunset, music, and walk by the light of the moon at the only after-hours event within the Reserve. Watch the sun dip into the Pacific Ocean, listen to the barking Sea Lions, and explore the trails by the light of the moon. Guests will be treated to music by Andrea's Fault and have full access to the Reserve's trails during this after-hours event, exclusive to members of the Point Lobos Foundation. Photo: Susan Lambert
Folktale Supper Club benefiting the Point Lobos Foundation
Join us for an evening of culinary delights and fun to benefit Pt Lobos Foundation on Wednesday, May 10th, 2023. This special intimate event will feature a selection of specialty curated buffet style dishes by our Executive Chef Justin Robarge. Our award winning wines will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle. This event held in our Wine Garden will also feature representatives from Pt Lobos Foundation, games and so much more!. Tickets are $75 which includes all culinary delights and activities. There will be a cash bar available for wine and beverage selections. The evening begins at [...]
Point Lobos Reopening
Point Lobos will reopen Wednesday, January 18th. There are areas of the Reserve that will be kept closed until permanent repairs are completed. Please be aware of the following trail closures: South Shore segment just south of Piney Woods coastal parking lot to Bird Island, Mound Meadow Trail, Gibson Beach staircase, and Moss Cove.
