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
Monterey County Gives!
Thanks to the support of 284 donors, the Point Lobos Foundation exceeded our goal for the Monterey County Gives! campaign. Donations made through this campaign will get a pro-rata match determined by the performance of [...]
Pizza for Point Lobos
Thank you to all who came out to support us at this fundraiser! We had a great time and hope to make it an annual event.
Point Lobos – Connected. Protected.
From California Wildlife Day's virtual event on March 20th and 21st. The theme, "Cultivating Resilience in a Changing Climate" was met with great enthusiasm. Point Lobos docent, Don Blohowiak created and shared an inspirational video, [...]
