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The Monterey cypress trees along North and South Point stand as a memorial to Mr. and Mrs. A.M. Allan, former owners of Point Lobos. In 1888 several land claimants banded together to develop a portion of the headland as residential lots. Fortunately, A.M. Allan, in conjunction with the Save-the-Redwoods League, had the foresight to buy back the residential lots, limit access, and seek public support to make Point Lobos part of the new state park system.

TRIP SUMMARY: This short, easy trail leads to overlooks of nearshore islands and rocky coves, where sea otters, harbor seals, and sea lions frolic amid multicolored kelp beds.

The Monterey cypress clings its bare roots to the sheer granite cliffs of Point Lobos.

Trip Description

From the information kiosk, the trail leads north and soon forks. The North Shore Trail heads off to the right, while the Cypress Grove Trail veers left 0.1 mile, then splits again into a loop trail through the Allan Memorial Grove. Taking the loop in either direction will lead you back to this junction.