Pescadero Coast ​and Redwoods

Along the Pescadero Coastline and inland among the Redwoods at Memorial County Park or Sam McDonald County Park, there's a lot to explore and learn about at our Pescadero sites! The location along the Pacific Ocean makes it an excellent option with easy access for schools from both the Greater Bay Area and Santa Cruz County. The program covers content about coastal environments as well as redwood forests and waterways.

Program Activities

We customize our programs to meet your needs with our final itineraries reflecting your personal interests, educational goals, transportation options, and desired trip length. Check out some of the fun program options that can be a part of your outdoor education experience in Pescadero!
  • Pescadero State Beach: Study estuarine ecosystems and the important role they play in the lives of marine and fresh water organisms. Engage in a service learning activity such as a beach or waterway clean up.
  • Redwood Forest: Hike along the miles of trails in one of the nearby parks for an extensive exploration of the redwood ecosystem and the special niches found among its unique soils.
  • ​Pescadero Creek: Dive deeper into learning about our waterways. Pescadero creek runs through the parks and during the spring serves as a window into the spawning and the lives of steelhead trout. 
All of FIELDGUIDES' programs have a strong emphasis on outdoor living, student autonomy, and building community. Our programs have a unique "family-style" camping format that helps students grow socially and emotionally. By sleeping outside and helping with daily chores students gain a deeper connection to themselves, others, and the natural world. Find out more about our camping format. 
Contact us today! FIELDGUIDES INC. (650)969-6325. info@fieldguides.org