The 10 Best Things to do in Moss Landing, California (CA)

October 29, 2021 Concepcion Newsome

Moss Landing (formerly, Moss) is a census designated place (CDP) in Monterey County, California, United States. Moss Landing is located 15 miles (24 km) north-northeast of Monterey, at an elevation of 10 feet (3 m). It is located on the shore of Monterey Bay, at the mouth of Elkhorn Slough, and at the head of the Monterey Canyon.
Restaurants in Moss Landing

1. Elkhorn Slough Safari

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5.0 based on 305 reviews

Elkhorn Slough Safari

For 25 years, Elkhorn Slough Safari has been bringing visitors from all over the world to experience and fall in love with one of California's most spectacular wetlands. The Elkhorn Slough (pronounced "slew") is home to the world's 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. The Elkhorn Slough is also a regular destination for migratory birds, attracting over 300 avian species, and is a pupping ground for hundreds of Pacific Harbor Seals. And, the rowdy antics of California Sea Lions in the adjacent Moss Landing Harbor never fail to entertain visitors. All of our hour and a half long tours feature a trained Naturalist to tell you about the wildlife and history of this very special wetland, and we offer activities for kids, and complimentary refreshments for all. Elkhorn Slough Safari is great for families, birders, photographers, and nature lovers of all ages!

2. Blue Ocean Whale Watch

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5.0 based on 1,526 reviews

Blue Ocean Whale Watch

Blue Ocean Whale Watch is owner-operated and has the most unique boat on the bay. Our boat, High Spirits, is a 60ft yacht with plenty of space inside and out. An observation deck up top provides a 360 degree view of the bay and a perfect vantage point for spotting wildlife and taking photos. Our tours depart from the heart of the Monterey Bay: Moss Landing Harbor. Moss Landing is the closest port to the start of the Monterey Submarine Canyon; a nutrient-rich area that attracts a variety of wildlife. Blue Ocean Whale Watch is owned and operated by Captain Jim Davis and Captain/Naturalist Kate Cummings. Jim, Kate and the rest of the crew love their jobs which makes a big difference in the experience of our customers. Whales are spotted year-round in the Monterey Bay as well as a wide variety of fascinating wildlife! We look forward to welcoming you on board!

3. Sea Goddess Whale Watching

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5.0 based on 544 reviews

Sea Goddess Whale Watching

Sea Goddess is the #1 Whale Watching Company on Monterey Bay! Our captain and marine biologists have years of experience on the bay with the largest and nicest boats inn Monterey. We depart from Moss Landing at the mouth of the deep ocean canyon where whales love to feed in their natural environment! Close to both Monterey and Santa Cruz, we can easily go either direction to view whales, dolphins, orcas, and much, much more. Visit Sea Goddess Whale Watching today! We are the closest location to the National Submarine Canyon which means Less travel time...MORE whale watching time! Now offer great white shark tours!

4. Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Moss Landing, CA +1 831-728-2822 http://www.elkhornslough.com
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4.5 based on 269 reviews

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

A wildlife reserve that offers visitors walking trails and kayak tours through salt marshes and tidal flats.

Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States

We enjoyed our drive to see various areas of the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve. Its fun to also see the birds and sea animals.

5. Moss Landing State Beach

Jetty Road, Moss Landing, CA 95039 +1 831-649-2836 http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=574
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4.5 based on 164 reviews

Moss Landing State Beach

Reviewed By syrahgirl

We enjoyed photographing this beach before our lunch at The Haute Enchilada. Nice place to spend time! ????

6. The Whole Enchilada Market Place

7990 Highway 1 Unit A, Moss Landing, CA 95039-9667 +1 831-632-2628 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/The-Whole-Enchilada-Marketplace-334456919946759
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

The Whole Enchilada Market Place

7. The Shakespeare Society of America

7981 Moss Landing Rd, Moss Landing, CA 95039-9669 +1 831-633-2989 [email protected] http://www.ShakespeareAmerica.Org
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

The Shakespeare Society of America

The Shakespeare Society of America (SSA) has been a California Non-profit Corporation since 1968, and IRS 501(c)3 since 1969. SSA began in a Tudor Style Mansion off Sunset Strip, near Mel’s Diner in west Los Angeles. Mission: Provide Public Benefit Programs that inspire education and personal development through the Works of William Shakespeare relating to history, culture, literature, theatre and art in America … By 1973 SSA was stage-centric at the Globe Playhouse in West Hollywood and designed, built and operated an authentic one-half scale replica of Shakespeare’s 1599 Globe Theatre interior. By September 2008 the SSA relocated to Moss Landing, California at the heart in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary in a facility called the New Shakespeare Sanctuary. Since then over 20,000 visitors from 144 countries and territories have visited the New Shakespeare Sanctuary and explored the SSA Collection.

Reviewed By Serendipity5333

We had a great time poking around and learning about the museum pieces. The Proprietor was very knowledgeable and told some amusing tales. This would be a great high school English or drama class field trip as the hands-on learning experience would really resonate with kids at that age. It would allow for them to understand Shakespeare at another level.

8. Salinas River State Beach

Potrero Road, Moss Landing, CA 831 649-2836 http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=573
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Salinas River State Beach

Reviewed By AdvtrTrvlr - Camarillo, United States

Great beach, very wide and very clean. Also very dangerous waves; you can watch the waves churning around in all directions. Definitely not a place for swimming! Great beach for walking and birdwatching! Not too many people and a bit windy on Thanksgiving afternoon. We love watching birds and between the birds in the slough / river inlet as well as along the shoreline and birds in the dunes it’s a great place to watch birds as well as whales just offshore! The parking is easy and plenty; no facilities and not accessible since you either walk over the dunes or can walk along the slough trail.

9. Moss Landing Harbor

7881 Sandholdt Rd, Moss Landing, CA 95039-9616 +1 831-633-2461 http://www.mosslandingharbor.dst.ca.us/
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Moss Landing Harbor

Reviewed By AdvtrTrvlr - Camarillo, United States

There a couple of whale watching boats and eco tours through the Elkhorn Slough. You can walk around the harbor area, harbor entrance and along the beach and see lots of sea otters, sea lions and harbor seals as well as many different types of birds. This is a great area to wonder around and watch wildlife. It is also considerable less crowded than areas in and immediately around Monterey only 15 mi away.

10. Zmudowski State Beach

200 Giberson Rd, Moss Landing, CA 95039-9612 http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=572
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3.5 based on 10 reviews

Zmudowski State Beach

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