MORI POINT
Quick Facts
Location: Pacifica, San Mateo County
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Size: 110 Acres |
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Endangered Species:
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Habitat Type:
- Freshwater Wetland
- Grassland
- Chaparral / Coastal Scrub
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Park Stewardship at Mori Point
Mori Point is a prime example of a site where threatened and endangered species have been affected by human disturbance. Prior to the National Park Service’s acquisition of the land in 2004, a history of intensive recreation had caused a large network of informal trails that eroded the landscape and altered its hydrology.
In response to the problem of encroaching trails and related patterns of erosion, and with the site’s two endagered species in mind, the Parks Conservancy and National Park Service worked to construct a well-defined trail to guide visitors toward favorite destination spots and away from disturbed areas, restoration areas, and sensitive habitats.
Today, the Park Stewardship program continues to engage thousands of students and volunteers in the long term care and protection of Mori Point. Together with its participants, Park Stewardship plants thousands of native wetland and upland plants, removes countless invasive species, monitors endangered species, all in the effort to restore this spectacular resource.
What’s That Big Patch
on the Hill?
Look on the hillside and you may notice
what appears to be a lunar landscape with
mysterious mounds throughout. These
mounds are piles of decomposing Cape ivy
covered in tarps and fiber netting. Left
unchecked, this ivy will smother other plants
that wildlife depends upon. Cape ivy can
sprout from the smallest bit of stem, making
it necessary to pull, rake, and cover all the
plant pieces in order to prevent reinfestation. Although the newly-eradicated Cape ivy patch leaves a temporary unsightly scar on the hillside, native vegetation will grow back and take over within just a few short seasons.
Support Our Work
Donate
If you are interested in learning about
how you can support improvements at Mori Point please contact
Development Director Kathryn
Morelli by e-mail or
call (415)
561-3050.
Get Dirty
Lend a hand! We rely on community
support to maintain the amazing landscape improvements at Mori Point.
It’s fun, it’s healthy, it makes a difference, and it’s easy to get
started. To learn more, visit our volunteer page or
call us at (415) 561-3077.
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