Monterey Bay Kayaks

— Kayaking Elkhorn Slough at Moss Landing — one of the last remaining coastal wetlands reserves in California Moss Landing is a quaint, historic fishing village, located at the mouth of Elkhorn Slough. This charming, eclectic seaport is the gateway to the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, California's second largest marine wetland and one of only twenty such areas in the nation. This expansive tidal wetland is an important habitat for sea otters, harbor seals, and over 250 resident and migratory bird species. In addition, seven currently endangered species make their homes here, making Elkhorn Slough a "must see" for curious naturalists. Birdwatchers will especially enjoy trips during the fall and spring migrations, when thousands of birds descend upon the Slough, creating grand, colorful displays of aerial acrobatics. Directions to Moss Landing Location

— Experience Elkhorn Slough by Kayak —

photo by Michael Powers

Rows of harbor seals slumber along the exposed mudflats, while sea otters carelessly float and play nearby.

Hawks, kites, and harriers soar effortlessly over the hillsides, as countless varieties of shorebird dabble delicately along the water's edge.

photo by Michael Powers

— Monterey Bay Kayak's Elkhorn Slough Paddling Map —

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— Our Location —
on the water

Our waterfront location in Moss landing provides easy, flat water access to the protected north harbor of Elkhorn Slough.

We have a huge selection of kayak rentals, guided natural history tours, group programs, and a full service retail store. Our location makes it quick and easy to get everything you need and get out on the water to enjoy the area.

— Getting Here — directions and store hours Moss Landing Location 2390 Highway One (800) 649-5357 Info@MontereyBayKayaks.com  Open daily 9:00am - 6:00pm  Parking fees for vehicles only are $3.00/4 hours or $5.00/12 hours. A fee for vehicles launching their own kayaks is $8.00/12 hours. These fees are collected by the Moss Landing Harbor District for all vehicles parked in the North Harbor parking lot.

Moss Landing Map and Directions Located approximately 20 miles north of Monterey on the north end of Moss Landing Harbor. Look for our sign on the ocean side of Highway One, just north of the smoke stacks. Click for custom maps and directions at Yahoo!

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Kayak Monterey Bay The sheltered waters of Monterey Harbor, Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row	Kayak Elkhorn Slough at Moss Landing Inland paddling of the coastal wetland wildlife reserve

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