Pescadero: A California Coastal Town

by Phyllis L. Neumann

• ISBN13: 9780976937623
• ISBN10: 097693762X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-11-28
• Publisher: Penngrove Publications

Summary

The tiny town of Pescadero, located on the scenic California coast between San Francisco and San Mateo, entrances visitors with its beautiful beaches, historic buildings, extensive hiking and biking trails, and laid-back charm. Written for the tourist or vacationer who wants to return from their visit with memories of the town and the surrounding area, Pescadero: A California Coastal Town contains over 80 color photographs as well as several two-page panoramas, each accompanied by a brief description. Included are shots of the town’s streets, stores, historic homes, and renowned dining spots such as Duarte’s Tavern; Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve, Año Nuevo State Reserve, Half Moon Bay, and other local beaches and parks; fairs and festivals; lovely Pigeon Point Lighthouse; sunsets along Cabrillo Highway; and stunning views of the Pacific coast. Street and aerial maps, as well as a brief history of Pescadero, round out this attractive guide.

Table of Contents

San Francisco Bay Area
History of Pescadero	p. 5
Pescadero Today	p. 7
Stage Road South	p. 9
Native Sons Hall	p. 9
I.O.O.F. Hall	p. 10
William Knapp House	p. 11
I.D.E.S. Hall and Chapel	p. 12
Downtown Pescadero	p. 13
Los Amigos Tacqueria & Market	p. 13
Pescadero Thrift Shop	p. 14
Duarte's Tavern	p. 15
Made in Pescadero	p. 16
Stage Road Shops	p. 17
Pescadero Creekside Barn	p. 18
Luna Sea	p. 19
First National Bank	p. 20
Pescadero Country Store	p. 21
Arcangeli Grocery Company/Norm's Market	p. 22
Country Roads Antiques	p. 23
James McCormick House	p. 24
Pescadero Community Church	p. 25
Pescadero Creek Inn	p. 26
Stage Road North	p. 27
Mt. Hope/St. Anthony's Cemetery	p. 27
Heading North along Stage Road	p. 28
North Street	p. 29
Old Blacksmith Shop	p. 29
The Tower	p. 30
St. Anthony's Church	p. 31
Pescadero Union High School	p. 32
Harley Farms Goat Dairy	p. 33
Goulson Street	p. 34
Bartlett V. Weeks House	p. 34
Pescadero Road	p. 35
Pescadero Sign	p. 35
Looking Down Pescadero Road	p. 36
Chandler House and Barn	p. 38
Chandler Barn (Level Lea Farm)	p. 39
Phipps Country Store and Farm	p. 40
Pescadero Beaches	p. 41
Pescadero State Beach	p. 41
Pebble Beach	p. 42
Gazos Beach	p. 44
Bean Hollow State Beach	p. 46
Pescadero Parks and Preserves	p. 47
Memorial Park	p. 47
Butano State Park	p. 48
Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve	p. 49
Ano Nuevo State Reserve	p. 50
Along Cabrillo Highway	p. 53
Gazos Grill	p. 53
Pigeon Point Lighthouse	p. 54
Costanoa Coastal Lodge and Camp	p. 56
Views from Cabrillo Highway	p. 57
Tunitas Beach, Half Moon Bay	p. 58
Sunsets along Cabrillo Highway	p. 60
Pescadero Fairs and Festivals	p. 61
Chamarita Festival	p. 61
Pescadero Art and Fun Faire	p. 62
About the Author	p. 63
Aerial Map of Downtown Pescadero	p. 64
Map of Downtown Pescadero
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