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California Coastal Trail
Half Moon Bay Coastside Trail
Season 1
Episode 31
Half Moon Bay is a tranquil community known for its charm, small town friendliness and one of the most beautiful coastlines in the Golden State. The Half Moon Bay Coastside Trail, initiated by citizen activist John Hernandez, offers sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, access to several beaches, and a peaceful passage along ocean bluffs. This oasis bordering the sea is a cherished segment of the California Coastal Trail, regularly traversed on foot, bike, and horseback by residents, visitors, and commuters alike.
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Pristine conditions along this area are a result of decades of work from activists.
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Devil’s Slide was a treacherous section of Highway 1 until a landslide closed it for good.
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Once upon a time, Wilder Ranch State Park was a dairy known for its delicious butter.
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West Cliff Drive is one of the most beautiful features of Santa Cruz.
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This popular segment of the California Coastal Trail almost didn’t happen.
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East Cliff Drive is one of the newest sections of the California Coastal Trail.
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This "Serengeti of the Sea" offers some of the best wildlife viewing in the world.
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Big Sur is a precious jewel that remains pristine, rugged and remote.
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It's not every day you get to witness 5,000-pound elephant seals charge each other.
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This section of the California Coastal Trail has only been open to the public since 2007.
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Pismo Beach is set to become a major destination for outdoor recreational activity.
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Santa Barbara and the California Coastal Trail are windows into a fascinating history.