Join us in our mission to protect Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Our mission is to protect and nurture Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, to educate and inspire visitors to preserve its unique natural and cultural resources, and to strengthen the network of Carmel Area State Parks. The Foundation is the sole source of funding for the model volunteer program, protects the Reserve’s environmental health and historical integrity by funding work on trails, facilities and vegetation, and continuously strives to improve programs and services for approximately one million visitors each year.
Join us in our mission to protect Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Our mission is to protect and nurture Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, to educate and inspire visitors to preserve its unique natural and cultural resources, and to strengthen the network of Carmel Area State Parks. The Foundation is the sole source of funding for the model volunteer program, protects the Reserve’s environmental health and historical integrity by funding work on trails, facilities and vegetation, and continuously strives to improve programs and services for approximately one million visitors each year.
What is a Reserve? The special purpose of a reserve is to forever protect an area of unique natural beauty and ecological significance. Afforded a higher level of protection, visitors are expected to protect this landmark for future generations. Please stay on marked trails, do not remove or collect natural objects and avoid approaching or disturbing animals.
Latest News
Point Lobos Summer Adventures: (13-15 yr old) July 22-26Â Session 3
The Point Lobos Summer Adventures program is an outdoor day camp for kids and teenagers. There are three sessions. Two, 2-week, M-F camps for ages 8-12 and one, 1-week, M-F camp for ages 13-15. Register [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]