Coastside Land Trust

Coastside Land Trust In 1997, a group of citizens concerned about the development of the stunning ocean bluffs in Half Moon Bay banded together to save that land.

The Coastside Land Trust is dedicated to the preservation, protection and enhancement of the open space environment including the natural, scenic, recreational, cultural, historical, and agricultural resources of HMB and the San Mateo County coast. Incorporating as the Half Moon Bay Open Space Trust, the grassroots nonprofit began to receive tax-deductible donations of cash and property from citiz

ens interested in mitigating the impact of urban-scale development on the blufftops. In 2007, the organization changed its name to the Coastside Land Trust, reflecting its mission to protect the urban region of the San Mateo County coast, which includes lands within the communities and regions of Half Moon Bay north to Montara. Our successes include helping protect the historic Ocean Shore Railroad Right-Of-Way, owning and maintaining key open lands adjacent to the Coastal Trail in Half Moon Bay, and our continuing collaboration with the California Coastal Commission and the City of Half Moon Bay to secure key conservation easements on Pilarcitos and Frenchman’s Creeks. Today, Coastside Land Trust remains dedicated to protecting environmentally significant lands of the coast. With your help, we can protect the urban open space of the San Mateo County coast, for enjoyment now and for generations to come.

It's a beautiful sunny day at Wavecrest Open Space!!
08/29/2026

It's a beautiful sunny day at Wavecrest Open Space!!

Out on the trails today the sun is shining and the views are incredible!! Check out the views…

Wavecrest Coastal Trail Update: Beach Access Stairs Are Complete!!!!
08/27/2026

Wavecrest Coastal Trail Update: Beach Access Stairs Are Complete!!!!

There’s exciting progress to share at Wavecrest! The south side beach access stairs are now complete !! Santa Cruz Mountain Trail Stewardship (SCMTS) finished the railings and final touches this week!! Check out this picture of what it looked like before the stairs…

Stop by and say hello to us at the Coastside Farmer’s Market tomorrow! We’ll be there sharing updates about the Wavecres...
07/31/2026

Stop by and say hello to us at the Coastside Farmer’s Market tomorrow! We’ll be there sharing updates about the Wavecrest Coastal Trail Extension, upcoming events, and ways to get involved in caring for our local lands and coast.

Thank you to our wonderful guides and curious participants for joining Coastside Land Trust’s historical and nature walk...
07/31/2026

Thank you to our wonderful guides and curious participants for joining Coastside Land Trust’s historical and nature walk at the Purissima Old Town Site last weekend!
Stay tuned for future tours and events—and if you weren’t able to make it this time, we hope to see you on the trail soon! You can stay connected by signing up for our email list.

Thank you to our wonderful guides and curious participants for joining Coastside Land Trust’s historical and nature walk at the Purissima Old Town Site last weekend! With more than 50 people joining us, it was a joy to share the stories, history, and natural wonders of this special place with our ...

A couple of tickets just opened up for our morning tour!
07/14/2026

A couple of tickets just opened up for our morning tour!

Walking Tour of the Purissima Old Town Site Saturday, July 25, 2026 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM Step into the past with a visit to the Purissima Old Town Site in historic Half Moon Bay. Join us for one of our small 2 hour, docent-led tours and uncover the mysteries of one of the oldest Coastside to

Come take a hike and experience the rhythm of Wavecrest...
07/11/2026

Come take a hike and experience the rhythm of Wavecrest...

If you've ever hiked or biked along the Wavecrest Coastal Trail and watched the grass sway toward the ocean, you've witnessed one of the Coastside's oldest conversations taking place. Coastal prairie is one of the rarest ecosystems in North America, found in only a narrow ribbon along the Pacific C

Check out this article for the Land Trust Alliance, in which our Junior Land Stewards Program (JLSP) manager, Haley Pete...
07/06/2026

Check out this article for the Land Trust Alliance, in which our Junior Land Stewards Program (JLSP) manager, Haley Peterson, shares how the JLSP program is inspiring local fourth graders, empowering Half Moon Bay High School AP Environmental Science students as mentors, and creating lasting connections to the land. She also looks ahead at the launch of Wingwatchers program this fall - a brand new bird ecology and community science program for CUSD 7th graders, working in partnership with the San Mateo County Bird Alliance and California State Parks.

The Junior Land Stewards Program recognizes that young people need meaningful opportunities to connect with, and care for, the land around them.

Over the next few weeks, we'll be doing some important trail stewardship work at Wavecrest Open Space. You may notice co...
07/03/2026

Over the next few weeks, we'll be doing some important trail stewardship work at Wavecrest Open Space. You may notice construction equipment returning to the trail - something that looks a little out of place in this beautiful coastal landscape - but it's here to help ensure these trails remain healthy, resilient, and enjoyable for years to come…

Over the next few weeks, we'll be doing some important trail stewardship work at Wavecrest Open Space. You may notice construction equipment returning to the trail - something that looks a little out of place in this beautiful coastal landscape - but it's here to help ensure these trails remain heal

The Night Shift is blooming!
06/29/2026

The Night Shift is blooming!

One of Wavecrest's most fascinating native wildflowers is making its summer appearance. Keep an eye out for Wavy- leafed Soap Plant ( Chlorogalum pomeridianum ), whose elegant white flowers bloom from May through August, adding a little magic to the coastal grasslands. Unlike most flowers, the Soap

2026 G.O.A.T Showdown Results Are In!
06/29/2026

2026 G.O.A.T Showdown Results Are In!

We asked you to cast your vote for the MOST LEGENDARY GOAT from our eight magnificent contenders in the 2026 ultimate G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time) showdown, and we have tallied the results! Drumroll pleasE!!!

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