Since 1984, The Land Conservancy has protected 66,000 acres of agricultural, open space, and wildlands in and around San Luis Obispo County. The vast majority of those acres are protected by conservation easements put in place through partnerships with local landowners. In many cases, the properties we help to protect are owned and managed by families that have lived on and cared for the land for generations.

Our organization also owns and manages multiple preserves, including the Pismo Preserve, Black Lake Canyon Ecological Area, Lower San Luis Obispo Creek Floodplain Preserve, and Santa Rita Ranch. Our properties provide refuge for the County’s unique flora and fauna, support local agriculture, and offer exciting educational and research opportunities. Together, these protected places reflect the special character of SLO County, cherished by residents and visitors alike. Conservation on this scale is only possible thanks to deep partnerships with landowners, our members, and volunteers that share a steadfast commitment to safeguarding the future of our county’s most important places.