Featured Events

May
24
2013

California Roots Music & Arts Festival

May. 24-May. 26
The 4th annual California Roots Music and Arts Festival is a three-day event packed…more
May
25
2013

2nd Annual Great Monterey Clam Chowder & Calamari Festival

May. 25-May. 27
This Memorial Day Weekend, May 25th, 26th and 27th, the Custom House Plaza at Old…more
Jun
2
2013

Cannery Row Block Party

Jun. 2
This annual event is a crowd-pleaser includes continuous live music, live animals,…more
Jun
7
2013

Monterey Wine Festival

Jun. 7-Jun. 8
With hundreds of wines offered for tasting, wine lovers will lfind an embarrassment…more
Jun
8
2013

Carmel Valley Art & Wine Celebration

Jun. 8
The Art & Wine Celebration will showcase over 60 artists, local wines and…more
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Aug 31, 2012
- Aug 31, 2013

Monterey Movie Tours Special OFFER

Monterey Movie Tours
Special Offer: $10 OFF per passenger rate. Use Promo Code MCCVB when booking. No…

Enjoy the Wonders of the Wharf VIP Card

Old Fisherman's Wharf Association
The “Enjoy the Wonders of the Wharf VIP Card and Special Offers Campaign…
May 14, 2013
- Jul 1, 2013

Surf and Turf Package

Tradewinds Carmel
Enjoy two relaxing nights in a Deluxe King or Queen/Queen room. Spend the Day…
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Monterey County Coast

Monterey County Coast

Salinas River State Beach

Surf fishers find the fish are always biting at Salinas River State Beach, and birders frequent it to spot elusive shore birds. It is also a popular horseback riding spot. It should not be confused with Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge, which is approximately two miles south.

Dune Trail

The Dune Trail starts at the Potrero Road Parking Area. The trail follows along the dunes, giving great views of inland areas as well as local wildlife. Please stick to the trail, as dune areas are frequently undergoing restoration and provide breeding areas for several bird species.

Map and Directions

Salinas River is located one mile south of Moss Landing. From Highway 1, take Potrero west.


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Monterey Highlights
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From the world-famous Pebble Beach Golf Links to one of the oldest golf courses, Monterey County ... more
California is one of the only places in the world where visitors can see whales year-round, and ... more
Marina State Beach has steady winds that make it a popular place for surfing, kite flying and hang ... more
Scenic Monterey County is one of the richest ecological regions along California's central coast, as ... more
Pinnacles National Monument is a popular spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking to ... more
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