Visitor Services

These local businesses and friends of Elkhorn Slough will make your visit to the area more enjoyable.


Kayaking, Boating

Kayak Connection
Located at the mouth of the slough in the Moss Landing harbor, this shop offers kayak rentals and tours of the slough.
Monterey Bay Kayaks
The shop at Moss Landing offers rentals and tours of the slough; the shop in Monterey offers sheltered ocean paddling in Monterey Harbor.
Outback Adventures
This San Jose-based shop offers kayaking tours of the slough and other locations around the Bay Area and Central Coast.
Venture Quest Sea Kayaking
Elkhorn Slough Safari
Ride with Captain Yohn and learn about the wonders of the slough from the comfort of a 27-foot pontoon boat.
Sanctuary Cruises
Owners Steph Dutton and Heidi Tiura are captains, naturalists, and conservationists; you'll be sure to have an informative outing on either of their vessels, Sanctuary or Princess of Whales.
Monterey Bay Whale Watch

Birding

Monterey Birding Adventures
This professional tour company provides personalized trips for individuals and groups, led by expert birder Rick Fournier.
Birding at Elkhorn Slough
An outstanding and in-depth informational birding website by Don Roberson.

Restaurants

Charlie Moss’s
Lighthouse Harbor Grill
Moss Landing Deli Cafe
421 Moss Landing Road, 831-633-3355
Phil’s Fish Market & Restaurant
This local institution offers a wide variety of fresh fish – local and flown in from around the world – and live music some nights.
Phil’s Snack Shack
Sea Harvest Fish Market & Restaurant
2420 Hwy1, 831-633-8300 read a review
The Haute Enchilada
The Whole Enchilada
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Accommodations

Captain’s Inn at Moss Landing
Enjoy waterfront views from the historic 1906 Pacific Coast Steamship Company building, or stay in the boathouse with guestrooms and, of course, boats.
Sand Rock Farm B&B
Enjoy a rural setting, a renowned chef, and extensive gardens just minutes from Highway 1 in Aptos.

Red Roof Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn, Watsonville

StayAtMonterey.com

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