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Five Great Places For Jazz
Learn More: Five Great Places For JazzIn mid-September jazz musicians and fans from around the world will converge on Monterey County for the Monterey Jazz Festival. But that's not the only…
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7 Undiscovered Beaches
Learn More: 7 Undiscovered BeachesCelebrate the wonders of the seven seas by visiting one of Monterey County's seven beautiful beaches. You'll enjoy unspoiled nature, uncrowded sands and beautiful views.…
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ZMUDOWSKI STATE BEACH
Learn More: ZMUDOWSKI STATE BEACHThe bulk of this tongue-tripping beach (it's pronounced "mud-OW-ski," and the Z is silent) was donated to the state by Watsonville schoolteacher Mary Zmudowski in…
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SALINAS RIVER STATE BEACH
Learn More: SALINAS RIVER STATE BEACHSurf fishers find the fish are always biting at Salinas River State Beach and birders frequent it to spot elusive shore birds. It is also…
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PEBBLE BEACH BEACHES
Learn More: PEBBLE BEACH BEACHESThough the primary attraction of Pebble Beach is its golf courses, its beaches are another prime recreation spot. Divers and boaters both list Stillwater Cove…
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MOSS LANDING STATE BEACH
Learn More: MOSS LANDING STATE BEACHMoss Landing State Beach, off Highway One, offers a range of activities, including surfing and windsurfing, hiking, horseback riding and surf fishing. Birdwatchers will have…
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MONTEREY STATE BEACH
Learn More: MONTEREY STATE BEACHMonterey State Beach begins next to Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey and runs to Seaside. This popular beach is used for many outdoor activities, including surfing,…
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Carmel River State Beach
Learn More: Carmel River State BeachCarmel River State Beach is popular with divers, kayakers and birders. Only a mile long, Carmel River State Beach includes the Carmel River Lagoon and…
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Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge
Learn More: Salinas River National Wildlife RefugeThe 367-acre Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge is a small refuge with a big impact. Originally established to protect several species, including the western snowy…