Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve Tours

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Photo by Yasser Hamid Syed

Plan a trip to see Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve

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Avatar Hotel Santa Clara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Avatar Hotel Santa Clara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
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Price was $1,122, price is now $700 per person
$700
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Feb 17 - Feb 24
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to San Jose (SJC)
8.6/10 Excellent! (242 reviews)
Everything was good, except at check in the system was down so did not receive key cards until morning. Other than that excellent experience. Will return.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

2 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
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Price was $1,254, price is now $783 per person
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Jan 15 - Jan 19
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to San Jose (SJC)
6/10 (581 reviews)
The room was dirty and I'm very sure the bed sheets/blankets washed.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

@ Marbella Lane - SJ Designer Home 3BR Ldry+p

@ Marbella Lane - SJ Designer Home 3BR Ldry+p

3 out of 5
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Price was $1,844, price is now $1,213 per person
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Feb 14 - Feb 19
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Portland (PDX) to San Jose (SJC)
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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

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

Marina Dunes Preserve

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

5/5(1 review)

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

The Shakespeare Society of America

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Shakespeare Society of America in Moss Landing. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in the area.

The Shakespeare Society of America

Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute during your visit to Moss Landing. Wander around the natural setting in this romantic area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute

Best Lodging Options Near Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve

Monterey Bay House on Miles of Secluded Beach

Monterey Bay House on Miles of Secluded Beach

Moss Landing CA
Monterey Bay House on Miles of Secluded Beach
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!

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

Moss Landing CA
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!
Ocean Front Villa

Ocean Front Villa

Moss Landing CA
Ocean Front Villa
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 CA
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 CA
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 CA
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 California
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 CA
Monterey Dunes Beachfront no shoes needed to play in the sand...Book now without waiting!
Beachfront home with heated pool, hot tub, sports courts, amazing views, & WFH

Beachfront home with heated pool, hot tub, sports courts, amazing views, & WFH

Moss Landing CA
Beachfront home with heated pool, hot tub, sports courts, amazing views, & WFH
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