Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve

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13130 Skyline Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94062

Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve is a stunning 5,412-acre natural sanctuary located on the western slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains in Half Moon Bay, CA. This preserve is home to the magnificent Purisima Creek Canyon, which boasts towering redwoods, a rushing creek, and a lush understory of ferns, berries, and wildflowers. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the coast and Half Moon Bay from the northern part of the preserve. With its rich history and diverse ecosystems, Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve offers a range of activities, including hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, making it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts.

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Nancy D.
11/18/2025

Amazing place to hike with multiple trails. We showed up on a Saturday afternoon and there was no parking! I highly recommend going to the North Parking lot and not the Trailhead parking lot since...

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Anusha S.
6/22/2025

Wanted to escape the heat in the South Bay so looked up Redwood forests near me and found Purisima Creek! Went on Father's Day Sunday morning around 8:30am and the parking lot by the trailhead was...

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Lil B.
9/6/2025

First - there is a parking lot and a clean bathroom. Id say this trail is strenuous and moderate. The climbs and descents are significant. Loose gravel in some areas too. Bring sturdy shoes and...

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Nicole G.
1/26/2025

I did part of the trail starting near the north ridge parking lot. It's a beautiful trail with lots of great views of newer redwoods! The trail starts with a lot of downhill, taking you deep into...

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Jasmin P.
8/30/2025

Beautiful day, many trails to explore, and parking was easy! The trees provided much needed shade as it was a hot day. Stayed mainly on the North Ridge Trail and would love to explore other trails...

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