Beauty is No Bluff at Pillar Point

October 16, 2009 at 8:35 am · Filed under Coast, Peninsula and tagged: Coastal Conservancy, Ocean, Trail

With the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve on one side, the vast Rancho Corral de Tierra on the other, and the California Coastal Trail meandering along the bluff, Pillar Point Bluff is a stunning local spot to view the variety and beauty of the coast. I had the opportunity to spend a recent work day on this property. I was lucky — the sun was out and the sky was clear. I could see all the way to Montara Knob and South Peak to the southeast, clouds slowly breaking over the summit to reveal a clear blue sky. The spread of Rancho Corral de Tierra was visible to the northeast, 4,262 acres protected by POST. We also had a view of the airport, as well as farmlands.

Standing on Pillar Point Bluff, you begin to understand the variety of uses for land, ranging from recreation and agriculture to airports and infrastructure.

A View to the East

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