California Coastal Trail
Season 1
From the carefree beaches of San Diego through the rugged, dramatic coastlines to the north, California has been building a trail, over 1,000 miles in length, within sight, sound, or smell of the ocean. It's a massive undertaking, and while work continues, much has been done. Starting May 4th and through Labor Day 2015, follow KCET as we travel up the SoCal coast from the U.S.-Mexico border to the Monterey County line.
Where to Watch California Coastal Trail • Season 1
19 Episodes
- Border to Border: A Quick Overview of the California Coastal TrailE1
Border to Border: A Quick Overview of the California Coastal TrailDepending who you are, the California coast can mean many things: a weekend spot for rest and relaxation, a view that offers beauty and drama bundled into one, an opportunity to disconnect from technology and ride some waves. No matter your reason, visitors have probably crossed one of the state's most notable trails on the way to the sand, whether they knew it or not. The California Coastal Trail got its start over four decades ago when voters approved a ballot measure protecting the Golden State's largest asset: its coastline. That resounding "yes!" paved the path for more protection, including one that formally set sights on the longtime dream of many to build a trail along the whole coast. Still a work in progress, the CCT may someday become as recognizable as other American routes that don recognizable acronyms, like the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail) and AT (Appalachian Trail). It deserves that even if it's not in the rugged backcountry with snow-capped peaks to climb. After all, some 1,200 miles within the sight, sound, or smell of the Pacific Ocean, flanked by hundreds of unique communities and an unending amount of enthusiastic visitors, is a worthy trip for anyone's bucket list. - Little Corona Del Mar Beach: Tide Pools and Great WalksE10
Little Corona Del Mar Beach: Tide Pools and Great WalksA visit to a hidden beach in Corona Del Mar where students and tourists alike can learn about oceanic life in the tide pools. A conversation with a hiker who walked the entire Coastal Trail. - Newport Beach: Hanging Out at the PierE11
Newport Beach: Hanging Out at the PierNewport Beach's coastal center is undoubtedly around its namesake pier, found on the four-mile-long sand spit known as Balboa Peninsula and home to McFadden Square and Dory Fleet, where fresh fish just snapped up from the ocean are sold on weekends. The area has some of that classic small beach town vibe: funky with a side of corn dogs, lemonade, and Balboa Bars, a local favorite from down the street.