Palo Corona Regional Park, Regional park in Carmel Valley, US
Palo Corona Regional Park is a large protected area that stretches from the coast to the mountains, containing diverse habitats and landscapes. The property features forested valleys, grassy slopes, and ridges that rise steeply from the valley floor.
The property was purchased in 2002 by conservation organizations to prevent building development and protect natural ecosystems. This action saved large areas of forest and grassland from development projects.
The park serves the local community as a place to connect with nature through walking trails that pass through forests and open hillsides. Visitors come to experience the landscape's varied character without encountering commercial development.
Visitors can access the park through several entry points, though some require advance permission before arrival. It helps to check access options in advance and wear sturdy shoes for uneven terrain.
The protected area contains water sources that feed into a wide network of streams and rivers across the region. Many people do not realize how much of the area's water supply originates from these hidden springs underground.
GPS coordinates: 36.42167,-121.90722
Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24
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