Summertime with Banana Slugs

Ever wonder what banana slugs are up to in the summer? We do! Join Docent Naturalists Roberta and Jaime Cavazos and Melissa Hero to find out on a leisurely-paced hike along the Purisima Creek as you look for these amazing creatures while learning some fun banana-slug facts. There may even be other fantastic finds along the way! Bring a light snack to enjoy on the trail. Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after July 13 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close July 26 at 2:00 p.m.

Meet at the Purisima Creek trailhead on Purisima Creek Road. From the Highway 92 and Highway 1 intersection in Half Moon Bay, travel south on Highway 1 approximately 4.3 miles. Turn left on Verde Road. After turning on Verde Rd. and traveling 0.25 miles, continue straight to remain on what becomes Purisima Creek Rd. (Verde Rd. splits off to the right.) Travel approximately 3.7 miles on Purisima Creek Rd. to reach the preserve. There are 7 spaces and 1 ADA parking at this area. 

Host or Publisher Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District