The Pine Ridge Association at
Henry W. Coe State Park
Henry W. Coe State Park
Coe Park is the largest state park in northern California, with over 87,000 acres of wild open spaces. The terrain of the park is rugged, varied, and beautiful, with lofty ridges and steep canyons. Once the home of Ohlone Indians, the park is now home to a fascinating variety of plants and animals, including the elusive mountain lion.
Within Coe Park are the headwaters of Coyote Creek, long stretches of the Pacheco and Orestimba creeks, and a 23,300-acre wilderness area.
The park is open year-round for hikers, mountain bikers, backpackers, equestrians, car campers, picnickers, photographers, and people who simply like to visit parks.
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T The Pine Ridge Association does not receive any state funds. We are responsible for raising the money necessary to support our programs through memberships, donations, sales at our store, and special events. |
he Pine Ridge Association (PRA) was formed in 1975 to assist park staff in providing interpretive and educational programs to the public. It is a contracted cooperating Association with the California Department of Parks and Recreation, and is chartered by the IRS as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation. The association has 425 members with approximately 125 active volunteers who staff the Visitor Center; take visitors on guided walks during wildflower season; give interpretive programs; and sponsor special events. Each year approximately 20,000 hours are donated to the park.Backcountry Weekend
The remote and beautiful east side of Henry W. Coe State Park, including the Orestimba Wilderness, will be easily accessible again for one weekend this spring. The Coe Backcountry Weekend, held in the little-traveled east side of the 87,000 acre park, is scheduled for April 27th - 29th.
During the weekend, you can explore on your own or you can participate in group activities, such as guided hikes and horseback rides, wildflowers walks, and bird watching strolls. NEW for 2018 - on line ordering! Space is limited, so get your tickets NOW! >>> Order HERE <<<
Historic Anza Trail Ride
Would you like to dip your fingers in the warm mineral waters of the Gilroy Hot Springs and see the bath houses and cabins? On May 5, ride a lovely single track trail that is a part of the 1200 mile Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail.
Ride out about 10:00am on a fairly moderate ride of about 7 miles. Be prepared to ride up and down some hills. Bring your own horse, water for you and your horse, and a lunch. Event details here.
Mother's Day Breakfast
Once again, we're holding the event at the Ridge View camp site, which is about a mile and a quarter walk from the parking area. When you get there, you can sit down to a delicious western-style breakfast of scrambled eggs, pork link sausage or vegetarian patty sausage, hot-off-the-grill homemade drop biscuits, country fried potatoes, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and incredibly yummy fresh local strawberries dusted with powdered sugar. Entertainment by Cactus Bob and Prairie Flower. Event details here.
Current Conditions at Coe
Winter in the park can include gray storms with black billowing clouds. It can also offer a sunny afternoon, perfect for wandering along the trails among leafless oaks and ambling newts. Check the Planning Your Visit page for current conditions.
Links
SFGATE: Best of the best Bay Area outdoor recreation sites by Tom Stienstra
NPR's All Things Considered: Saving Calif. State Parks: The End Of Public Funding?
NPR's California Report: How Determined Docents Kept One Park Off the Closure List
Bay Nature: A Little Help from Our Friends
Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs
The mission of the Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs Association (GYHSA) is to protect, preserve, and restore public access to Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs, an area of Henry W. Coe State Park which is historically rich in cultural diversity.
Please join us for tours, camp outs, special events!
Social Media
Meetup group now has over 800 members!
Weekend Parking Crunch!
Weekend parking availability is very limited at Coe Ranch and Hunting Hollow. Arrive in the morning on Saturday or Sunday, carpool, or visit the park during the week!
Visiting on Saturday, or Sunday on May 5 or later? Avoid the crowds and drive up to the beautiful Dowdy Visitor Center.
Upcoming Events
- Apr-27 - Apr-29 Backcountry Weekend 2018
- May-06 - Gilroy Hot Springs and Historic Anza Trail Tour on Horseback
- May-13 - Mother's Day Breakfast
- May-19 - Ranch Day
- May-25 - May-28 Coit Camp Weekend
- Jun-09 - Henry Coe 5K/10K Fun Run and Walk
- Jun-16 - Open Space Authority Equestrian Ride
- Sep-08 - Moonlight Ride
Activities
Hunting Hollow 5K/10K Run Walk
Come to beautiful Hunting Hollow in late Spring for a delightful run or walk. The trail bisects the valley occasionaly crossing the creek and offer views of late season wildflowers. Event details here.
Fire Regulations
Ground Fires are never allowed in the park. Gas stoves are allowed.
Check the Current Fire Regulations on the State Parks website for the latest fire regulations.
Lend a Hand
We're always working to maintain and improve the buildings, trails and springs that support our park users. There are springs to repair, trees to remove, trails and roads to maintain, dams to clean and all kinds of short, 1-3 day activities to help Coe Park. Click here to find out how you can Lend a Hand.
News & Announcements
- Winter 2018 Ponderosa now available
- New on line Backcountry Weekend Registration.
- Hunting Hollow 5K/10K open for Registration.
Become a Volunteer
Are you interested in learning more about Henry W. Coe State Park and sharing your knowledge with park visitors? How about helping out with annual events or maintenance of springs and trails? If so, visit our Volunteer page.
Support Henry Coe State Park
Thank you! We rely on your generous support.