Central Coast Field Office

The BLM Central Coast Field Office administers approximately 284,000 acres of public land in Central California. Bounded by the Pacific Ocean to the west and the San Joaquin Valley to the east, elevations range from sea level to over 5,000 feet and major landforms include the Diablo Mountain Range, Salinas Valley, and San Joaquin Valley.

Public Room

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Fire Restrictions

Find the latest fire restrictions for the Central Coast Field Office.

Hunting, Fishing and Recreational Shooting

Learn about hunting, fishing and target shooting regulations on BLM-managed lands.

A rich history, diverse habitat and bountiful recreation opportunities await you at the Fort Ord National Monument. Another coastal gem with more than 86 miles of trails provides opportunities to hike, bike or ride your horse through rolling hills, pockets of chaparral and oak woodlands.

Fort Ord National Monument

two large coastal cypress trees on a green hill under a distant moon at dusk.

Connecting the Pacific Ocean with the land, the California Coastal National Monument provides unique coastal habitat for marine-dependent wildlife and vegetation on more than 20,000 rocks, islands, exposed reefs and pinnacles along the California coastline, as well as 7,924 acres of public land in six onshore units.

California Coastal National Monument

Water sprays over rocks on the ocean shore

The Panoche Hills in Central California showcase a unique geologic history shaped over millions of years. This region’s sedimentary rock layers reveal clues about ancient seas that once covered the area, later uplifted and eroded to form today’s rugged terrain. The hills offer a window into California’s dynamic geologic past.

Panoche Hills

Clear Creek Management Area (CCMA) encompasses approximately 75,000 acres, of which 63,000 acres are public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management Central Coast Field Office. Topography is rugged with elevations ranging from 1,830 feet at Pine Canyon to 5,241 feet on San Benito Mountain.

Clear Creek Management Area

Morning mist over a grassy hill and blue mountain with oaks in the foreground.

Recreation Areas

Georeferenced Maps

Heading out for a remote adventure? No cell coverage? No problem. The BLM has developed georeferenced maps compatible with any georeferenced map mobile application. Click here for more information and instructions.