Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve Tours

Photo by Yasser Hamid Syed
Photo by Yasser Hamid Syed

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The beach and dunes at Salinas River State Beach are part of Monterey Bay’s unique coastal dune system and it is home to many species of birds, including the California brown pelican, red-tailed hawk, American kestrel, western snowy plover, western gull, black phoebe, western scrub-jay, California towhee, white-crowned sparrow, and more. The beach is a popular fishing site.

Salinas River State Beach

Explore the great outdoors at Salinas River State Beach, a lovely green space in Monterey.

Salinas River State Beach
The beach and dunes at Salinas River State Beach are part of Monterey Bay’s unique coastal dune system and it is home to many species of birds, including the California brown pelican, red-tailed hawk, American kestrel, western snowy plover, western gull, black phoebe, western scrub-jay, California towhee, white-crowned sparrow, and more. The beach is a popular fishing site.

Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve

Explore the great outdoors at Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Monterey.

Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve
Great hiking around the slough. Saw lots of sea birds and otters, crabs, lizards and even 3 different snakes. Trails are easy hiking and they also do kayak trips into the slough. Fun place to see nature.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, a lovely green space in Elkhorn. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
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Marina State Beach

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Marina State Beach during your travels in Marina? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Marina State Beach
Colorful long stretched sand dunes featuring a lot of parachutes. #beach #beaches #roadtrip #california

Marina Dunes Preserve

5/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Marina Dunes Preserve during your travels to Marina. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Marina Dunes Preserve

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

5/5(1 review)

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories during your visit to Moss Landing. Wander the beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

Best Lodging Options Near Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve

Inn At Moss Landing Point
Inn At Moss Landing Point
2.5 out of 5
8425 Moss Landing Rd, Moss Landing, CA
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 out of 5
8122 Moss Landing Road, Moss Landing, CA
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Coastal Valley Inn
Coastal Valley Inn
2 out of 5
10341 Merritt Street, Castroville, CA
Coastal Valley Inn
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Monterey Beachfront-Marina, CA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Monterey Beachfront-Marina, CA
2.5 out of 5
3280 Dunes Drive, Marina, CA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Monterey Beachfront-Marina, CA
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2 out of 5
100 Reservation Rd, Marina, CA
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Sanctuary Beach Resort
Sanctuary Beach Resort
4.5 out of 5
3295 Dunes Rd, Marina, CA
Sanctuary Beach Resort
Best Western Marina State Beach
Best Western Marina State Beach
3 out of 5
3290 Dunes Road, Marina, CA
Best Western Marina State Beach
Hampton Inn & Suites Marina
Hampton Inn & Suites Marina
2.5 out of 5
120 Reservation Rd, Marina, CA
Hampton Inn & Suites Marina
Marina Dunes RV Resort
Marina Dunes RV Resort
2 out of 5
3330 Dunes Dr, Marina, CA
Marina Dunes RV Resort
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