Palo Corona Ranch

Palo Corona Ranch is a conservation property on the Monterey Peninsula situated between several protected areas. The land contains coastal grasslands, woodlands, and year-round streams that form the landscape.

The property originated as part of a Mexican land grant from the era of California missions. Ownership changed hands several times through the decades before becoming focused on conservation.

The ranch takes its name from the Monterey cypress trees that grow throughout the property and shape its visual character. Visitors can spot these distinctive trees across the grasslands and woodlands.

The property is accessible through multiple entry points, with some areas open without advance permission. Visitors should check access conditions beforehand since entry requirements vary by location.

The property contains the headwaters of multiple watersheds that connect through a series of protected parcels. These water systems form a long conservation corridor linking several coastal regions.