Rancho San Lucas, Historic ranch district in Monterey County, California
The Rancho San Lucas spans 3,600 acres of land along the western bank of the Salinas River, featuring a transverse adobe barn from 1865.
Governor Juan B. Alvarado granted the 8,875-acre Mexican land to Rafael Estrada in 1842, marking the beginning of continuous ranch operations in the region.
The property represents the intersection of Mexican and American influences in California, reflecting the transformation of land use from Mexican territory to American statehood.
The ranch sits 1.75 miles southwest of Paris Valley Road junction, with visitors able to observe architectural elements from the nineteenth century.
Scottish sailor James McKinley purchased the ranch in 1862 before selling it to Alberto Trescony, who expanded the property to 20,000 acres.
Location: California
Inception: 1842
GPS coordinates: 36.04278,-121.00750
Latest update: April 4, 2025 00:54
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