Monterey
Bay Kayaks
800.649.5357
2390 Highway 1
There is no better way to discover the Monterey Bay
National Marine Sanctuary, the nation's largest and
most diverse marine ecosystem. You will be amazed
and awed by the wildlife that calls this place home.
Let our fully trained staff introduce you to sea
otters, sea lions, harbor seals, bird life, kelp
beds, and marine invertebrates while discovering the
wonderful sport of sea kayaking. Our retail store
offers the largest selection of kayaks and
accessories, outdoor clothing and footwear.
http://www.montereybaykayaks.com/index.lasso
Blue
Water Ventures
831.459.8548
Explore the Wildlife of Elkhorn Slough!
Sea otters, harbor seals, and an array of migratory
birds make the protected waters of Elkhorn Slough
our most popular sea kayaking destination. Explore
the Slough's tidal creeks and stop for a picnic on
shore. This is an ideal trip for wildlife enthusiasts
and those new to the sport of kayaking. Full moon
excursions in the Slough are also available.
http://www.bluewaterventures.org
Current
Adventures Kayak School
530.333.9115 or 1.888.4KAYAKING
Current Adventures Kayak School and Trips
specializes in the highest quality instruction and
trip leading. The National Marine Sanctuary
encompasses most of Monterey Bay and Elkhorn Slough.
We offer regular trips to Elkhorn, which is a 7 mile
saltwater ecosystem that is teeming with sea otters,
harbor seals, pelicans, shorebirds and other unique
wildlife.
www.currentadventures.com
Kayak
Connection
831.724.5692
Sea kayaking rental and instruction, sea kayaking
tours of Elkhorn Slough and Monterey Bay. We carry a
full line of sea kayaks, sit on top kayaks, and
recreational kayaks in our retail stores along with
a complete line of kayaking accessories. We also
carry surf kayaks, stand-up surfboards and paddle
boards to round out
our offerings of on-the-water toys!
www.kayakconnection.com
Elkhorn
Slough Safari
831.633.5555
You can relax and enjoy a roomy, stable ride on our
coast guard certified 27-foot pontoon boat. Fun and
informative, the onboard naturalist provides local
stories, wildlife interpretation and answers to your
questions. The boat tour is ideal for couples,
families, groups, business retreats, private
photography shoots and weddings. Call for
reservations and gift certificates.
www.elkhornslough.com
Blue
Ocean Whale Watch
831.600.5103
32-yr veteran Captain Jim Davis and Naturalist Kate
Cummings provide a unique experience for whale
enthusiasts. As owners and operators of our business,
we create an upbeat environment for everyone who steps
on board and will do everything to accommodate the
needs of each passenger. We always keep in mind that
the ocean belongs to it’s creatures, we are there to
observe and appreciate--not interfere. The High Spirits
is a luxurious, non-smoking, 60ft U.S. Coast Guard
certified and inspected vessel that can hold 49
passengers plus crew. It is the only vessel on the bay
with an upper deck that is accessible to passengers-the
perfect vantage point for spotting wildlife and taking
great pictures. The noise of the engines is muffled two
floors below deck. We have a snack bar on board which
serves hot and cold items, and a "Kid’s Corner" with
books and toys for the little ones.
www.blueoceanwhalewatch.com
e-mail:
blueoceanwhalewatch@gmail.com
Order tickets @
Zerve: 800.979.3370
Custom Tours, Weddings, Class
Trips, Buriels, Special Events: 831.600.5103
Sanctuary
Cruises
831.917.1042
Whale watching on the Monterey Bay is a year-round
adventure. Captain Mike Welch and Marine Biologist
Doris Welch see whales and/or dolphins on well over 95%
of their trips, plus pulsating jellies, foraging and
basking sea otters, huge rafts of California sea lions,
harbor seals, local and migratory birds and a lot more.
Bring your sense of wonder, awe and anticipation for
what may well be the adventure of a lifetime. The
Sanctuary is Coast Guard certified for up to 39
passengers plus crew, but limits passengers to provide
an even better experience. She has a comfortable cabin
with upholstered seating, both covered and uncovered
outside seating, and restroom facilities. Special
charters are a great way to celebrate a birthday, an
anniversary or a promotion. Corporate off-sites,
catered events, group charters, even weddings are
spectacular aboard the Sanctuary. They also offer
caring accommodation for burials at sea. Charters can
be a nature cruise, a whale watching trip, a wine
tasting, a catered dinner or a sunset cruise. For more
information contact them at;
www.santuarycruises.com
Online Reservations Requests:
https://www.sanctuarycruises.com/secure/index.html
e-mail:
mike@sanctuarycruises.com
Phone: 831.917.1042
Kirby
Park
831.633.2461
Owned and operated by the Moss Landing Harbor
District, Kirby Park offers free parking, a small
boat/kayak launch ramp, and public access to the
Elkhorn Slough, kayaking, hiking trails, bird
watching, and wildlife. From Highway One north or
south, take Dolan Road inland at the Moss Landing
power plant. Elkhorn Road intersects at about 3
miles inland; left on Elkhorn Road (north) and
travel approximately 6 miles. Kirby Park Entrance
sign will be on the left.
www.mosslandingharbor.dst.ca.us
Elkhorn
Slough National Estuarine
Research Reserve
1700 Elkhorn Road
831.728.2822
The Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research
Reserve is one of 27 National Estuarine Research
Reserves established nationwide. The 1400-acre
Reserve is a hub of activity and hosts programs that
promote education, research, and conservation in
Elkhorn Slough. The Visitor Center has award-winning
exhibits that invite everyone to explore the Unseen
Slough. There are five miles of trails that meander
through beautiful oak woodlands, calm tidal creeks,
and freshwater marshes. Docent-led tours on weekends
and special events throughout the year.
www.elkhornslough.org
Moss
Landing State Beach
Offshore fishing, surfing, windsurfing and horseback
riding are popular activities. The beach is a
favorite place for picnics because the dunes protect
it from afternoon winds. This area is an important
stop along the Pacific Flyway so birdwatching is
popular. Water recreation is dangerous because
of strong rip currents.
Location-Directions: The beach is located on Jetty
Road in Moss Landing and 16 miles north of Monterey
via Highway 1. Open sunrise until sunset.
http://www.parks.ca.gov/
Salinas
River State Beach
The mile-long Dune Trail explores some of Monterey
Bay’s intriguing sand dunes & links two coastal
access points of Salinas River State Beach.
Directions: From Highway 1 at Moss Landing, exit on
Portero Road & follow it 0.5 mile to the parking lot
at Salinas River State Beach. The other trailhead is
off Molera Road. Follow signed Monterey Dunes Way
0.5 mile to the beach.
http://www.parks.ca.gov/
Monterey
Bay Equestrian Center
831.663-5712
19805 Pesante Rd,Salinas, CA 93907
Trail rides on the beach!
www.montereybayequestrian.com