Elkhorn Slough Safari Enjoy an astounding array of wildlife. The 30 day pass starts with your first paddle so you can pay on arrival. Playful sea otters curious harbor seals boisterous sea lions and hundreds of bird species abound as you explore one of Californias most spectacular wetlands aboard a stable 27 foot US.
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The Elkhorn Slough pronounced slew is home to the worlds largest population of Southern Sea Otters and from the comfort of our stable 27 pontoon boat you can see them caring for their adorable Otter pups year round. Elkhorn Slough is a 7-mile-long 11 km tidal slough and estuary on Monterey Bay in Monterey County CaliforniaThe community of Moss Landing and the Moss Landing Power Plant are located at the mouth of the slough on the bay. Elkhorn Slough harbors the largest tract of tidal salt marsh in California outside the San Francisco Bay and provides much-needed habitat for hundreds of species of. Elkhorn Slough is a seven-mile arm of the Monterey Bay located half way between the cities of Santa Cruz and Monterey.
This arm has a bend in it as it extends inland and at the elbow lies the reserve.
The Elkhorn Slough region which includes associated agricultural fields and pastureland is a critical wintering and stopover site for shorebirds along the Pacific Flyway - any damp spot in the area can be filled with shorebirds during fall migration and numbers have exceeded 30000 individuals Page and Shuford 2000. The Elkhorn Slough is one of the top 10 wildlife viewing destinations in the nation. With over six miles of navigable waterway inland from the Monterey Bay the Elkhorn slough is the largest tidal salt marsh in California outside of the San Francisco Bay. Formerly Elkhorn Slough Brewing Company The Slough Brewing Collective is the natural progression of what the original owners intended.
Passed on to employees and brewery family we hope to keep the joyful unpretentious spirit of Elkhorn alive while focusing on what brought us here in the first place.
Increase information exchange and collaboration amongst the many individuals and institutions who affect coastal ecosystems. The Elkhorn Slough Coastal Training Program focuses on a variety of local and regional issues including those of particular significance such as. Elkhorn Slough Reserve Home to hundreds of species of birds and marine life the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve is the remainder of an ancient river valley. The main channel winds seven miles inland feeding 2500 acres of rich marsh and tidal flats.
Elkhorn Slough and Moss Landing is a 41 mile out and back trail located near Moss Landing California and is good for all skill levels.
The trail is primarily used for hiking and bird watching. Elkhorn Slough is one of Californias last great coastal wetlands. Flushed by ocean tides in the heart of Monterey Bay its waterways mudflats and marsh support a huge diversity of wildlifeHosting more than 340 species of birds including several endangered species such as the brown pelican and snowy plover the slough is one of our nations premier bird watching sites. The Slough FAQ Contact BOOK NOW Home Tours.
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JavaScript is required to view our booking calendar. Use our trip list instead. Back to Top. Elkhorn Slough Safari tours are offered year round thanks to our mild coastal climate and ever present wildlife.
Tours last approximately 15 to 2 hours and can usually be scheduled any day of the week.
Located on the coast between Monterey and Santa Cruz Elkhorn Slough is a natural preserve thats home to an abundance of wildlife. The Elkhorn Slough is a magical place full of wildlife and beauty. Meandering seven miles inland from the coast in the center of the picturesque Monterey Bay the Elkhorn Slough harbors the largest tract of tidal salt marsh in California outside of San Francisco Bay. Elkhorn Slough is one of the top ten wildlife viewing destinations in North America.
The Elkhorn Slough at Moss Landing boasts the largest remaining raft of southern sea otters on the planet.
Come paddle with these amazing endangered creatures as well as sea lions harbor seals beautiful floating jelllies and migrating sea birds. Enjoy unlimited kayak or standup paddling at both our Monterey and Elkhorn Slough locations for 30 days. Drop in anytime for a quick get-away.
