Video by Edmund Lowe Photography, Russell Sharpe, and Juan Ramirez.
One of California’s last great coastal wetlands
A cradle of biodiversity in Monterey Bay
From oak-covered ridges to tidal salt marsh, Elkhorn Slough and its watershed is a remarkable meeting place between land and sea. Rare habitats for endangered wildlife nestle up against farms, towns, ranchlands, and industries. It’s a place to explore, discover, fall in love with, and care for—generation after generation.
On the cover, southern sea otter at home in the eelgrass by John Baskin.
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Welcome to Elkhorn Slough
In the 1970s, an oil refinery was almost built here, but people banded together to stop it. Today, much of Elkhorn Slough is a sanctuary, protecting wildlife, wetlands, and natural spaces to enjoy.
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Photo by Keith Ellenbogen
Keep Elkhorn Wild
Give today to preserve the lands and waters of Elkhorn Slough for future generations.