Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve

Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve is a botanical garden in the Berkeley Hills containing native California coastal plant communities. The land features varied ecological zones with rocky, nutrient-poor soil that supports specialized plants adapted to these harsh conditions.

The preserve was founded in the 1980s to protect plant communities originally from the southern California coast. Its establishment responded to climate changes that had altered the region and threatened these species.

The name comes from the wild huckleberries that grow naturally across the land and shape its character. Visitors experience the plants in their natural setting and learn how they adapt to local conditions.

A well-marked trail allows visitors to explore the grounds independently and discover the different plant zones at their own pace. Access is free and the grounds are open daily, giving you flexibility in planning your visit.

Many visitors overlook that the soil here is so nutrient-poor that only specialized plants can survive, the same adapted species once found on the southern California coast. These resilient species create a living lesson in ecology and plant survival.

Location: Berkeley Hills

GPS coordinates: 37.84500,-122.19000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:02