Devil's Slide Trail, Coastal trail in San Mateo County, US.
Devil's Slide Trail is a paved pathway along the Pacific coastline with separate lanes for cyclists and walkers. The route passes several viewpoints and interpretive signs that explain the coastal landscape and its features.
The route opened in 1937 as part of California State Route 1, cut into the cliff between Pacifica and Montara. Landslides closed it so often that San Mateo County built the Tom Lantos Tunnels, which opened in 2013. The old roadway then reopened as a trail in 2014, with the pavement and drainage kept from the highway.
The trail follows the route of Highway 1, which was bypassed by the Tom Lantos Tunnels in 2013, and it forms part of the California Coastal Trail. Its name comes from the landslide-prone cliffs above. Visitors pass interpretive panels about the site's road history and watch for harbor seals and seabirds on the rocks below.
The path is open daily and provides restrooms, drinking fountains, and bike racks along the route. Prepare for changing weather and bring appropriate clothing, as the open coastal location is exposed to wind.
The path runs where vehicles once had to navigate through a hazardous area, now offering safe viewing spots for marine wildlife. Visitors can observe whales and seabirds in their natural setting during migration seasons.
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