Rural and Ranch Living on the Central Coast

Looking Back

Potatoes and wheat were once the

major crops of the Central Coast but today these same fields are growing lettuce, strawberries, and raspberries. Cattle were once raised on the open grasslands along the coast but those lands are now covered with trees and brush.

The Horse Community

Driving through the mountains and hills surrounding Monterey Bay, you’ll find vineyards and vegetable gardens, apple and olive orchards, andstables and corrals for horses. With the beauty, mild weather, and many parks to choose from it’s always a good day to go horseback riding along the beach or through the majestic redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains

Whether it’s western or English style, there are enthusiasts and horse clubs throughout the area to provide the help and the competition to make being a member of the horse community rewarding. (Contact General Feed and Seed at, http://generalfeedandseed.com/ to get connected)

Ranching and rural life along the Central Coast is like nowhere else no matter what kind of rancher you are or want to be.