Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve Tours

Photo by Yasser Hamid Syed
Photo by Yasser Hamid Syed

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Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
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Oct 11 - Oct 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Perfect spot to stay and be close to the boardwalk. You could hear the fun happening during park hours and when the park closed, it was quiet. Great place to stay. We will definitely come back.

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

CordeValle

CordeValle

5 out of 5
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Sep 1 - Sep 8
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose (SJC)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Beautiful property and delicious dinner!

Reviewed on May 18, 2025

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
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Oct 11 - Oct 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
This was a really lovely stay. Away from the noise of Santa Cruz, we relaxed in the pool, played pickle ball, and enjoyed the onsite bar/restaurant/music. Ideal for adults looking for a quiet few days away where you can park the car and stay put until checkout.

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Popular places to visit

The beach and dunes at Salinas River State Beach are part of Monterey Bay’s unique coastal dune system and it is home to many species of birds, including the California brown pelican, red-tailed hawk, American kestrel, western snowy plover, western gull, black phoebe, western scrub-jay, California towhee, white-crowned sparrow, and more. The beach is a popular fishing site.

Salinas River State Beach

Explore the great outdoors at Salinas River State Beach, a lovely green space in Monterey.

Salinas River State Beach
The beach and dunes at Salinas River State Beach are part of Monterey Bay’s unique coastal dune system and it is home to many species of birds, including the California brown pelican, red-tailed hawk, American kestrel, western snowy plover, western gull, black phoebe, western scrub-jay, California towhee, white-crowned sparrow, and more. The beach is a popular fishing site.

Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve

Explore the great outdoors at Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Monterey.

Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve
Great hiking around the slough. Saw lots of sea birds and otters, crabs, lizards and even 3 different snakes. Trails are easy hiking and they also do kayak trips into the slough. Fun place to see nature.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, a lovely green space in Elkhorn. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
Sanctuary

Marina State Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Marina State Beach during your travels in Marina? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Marina State Beach
Colorful long stretched sand dunes featuring a lot of parachutes. #beach #beaches #roadtrip #california

Marina Dunes Preserve

You can take time to visit Marina Dunes Preserve during your travels to Marina. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Marina Dunes Preserve

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories during your visit to Moss Landing. Wander the beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

Best Lodging Options Near Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve

Oceanfront Beach House with Loft

Oceanfront Beach House with Loft

Castroville
Oceanfront Beach House with Loft
Luxury, secluded home with direct beach access, amazing views, & pool

Luxury, secluded home with direct beach access, amazing views, & pool

Moss Landing
Luxury, secluded home with direct beach access, amazing views, & pool
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!

Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!

Moss Landing
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!
BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!

BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!

Moss Landing
BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!
Blue Diamond@Monterey Dunes OCEANFRONT 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7 Monterey/Santa Cruz

Blue Diamond@Monterey Dunes OCEANFRONT 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7 Monterey/Santa Cruz

Moss Landing
Blue Diamond@Monterey Dunes OCEANFRONT 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7 Monterey/Santa Cruz
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub

Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub

Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub
3823 Sand Dollar House - Oceanfront on the Beach

3823 Sand Dollar House - Oceanfront on the Beach

Moss Landing
3823 Sand Dollar House - Oceanfront on the Beach
Monterey Dunes Beachfront no shoes needed to play in the sand...Book now without waiting!

Monterey Dunes Beachfront no shoes needed to play in the sand...Book now without waiting!

Moss Landing
Monterey Dunes Beachfront no shoes needed to play in the sand...Book now without waiting!
3 Bedroom Ocean Front (sleeps 6)

3 Bedroom Ocean Front (sleeps 6)

Castroville
3 Bedroom Ocean Front (sleeps 6)
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