Happy New Year from Wavecrest! We’re excited to share some of the last 2025 progress on the Wavecrest Trail Extension and beach access—work that’s already making a visible difference for the community.

We’ve officially wrapped up the final to-dos needed to open the second Wavecrest parking lot, and it’s already being put to good use.

Here’s what’s new:

Parking access expanded:
- Lot 1 (newly opened): 20 marked parking spaces
- Lot 2 (previously opened): 10 marked spaces, with room for approximately four additional vehicles
  Wheel stops for those extra spaces will be installed in the coming weeks. (In the meantime, visitors are already using them.)
Trail and beach access looking great:
After the recent rain, the gravel trail and the path to the beach (especially along the north side) are holding up well- solid, scenic, and ready for use.
Next steps underway:
This week, work is continuing behind the scenes to map out where split-rail fencing will be installed along the trails. Once conditions dry out, fencing installation will begin, helping guide trail use and protect surrounding habitat.

One small but important reminder as more people enjoy this space: PLEASE PACK OUT WHAT YOU PACK IN. Additional “no littering / take your trash with you” signs will be installed soon, and we’re asking everyone—especially dog walkers—to help care for this shared place by taking waste home.

We’re grateful to everyone who’s already exploring the new access points and helping bring this project to life. Each step forward brings us closer to a more connected, welcoming stretch of the California Coastal Trail—and we can’t wait to share what’s next.

Stay tuned for more Wavecrest updates, and we hope to see you out on the trail soon.