Tours

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Trail Closure

At Kirby Park, the accessible trail is currently closed due to storm damage.

Photo by: Jan Null

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Reserve Tours

Immerse yourself in the cultural and natural history of Elkhorn Slough

Tour Choices

Choose between a weekend drop-in tour, a private group tour, or one of several themed walks. For information about any of these tours or general information about visiting the Elkhorn Slough Reserve, please phone 831-728-2822.

Youth Groups

Bring your scouts, campers, or other youth group for a guided or self-guided walk. A short orientation to the Reserve is provided.

Youth Reservations

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School Field Trips

Enrich your students’ learning with a visit to the Elkhorn Slough Reserve.

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Large Groups

If you are planning a visit to the Reserve with a group of 10 or more, please complete this form so that we may plan for your arrival. Make it self-guided or request a docent.

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Weekend Guided Walks

Docent-led tours are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions, call (831) 728-2822. Tours may be limited in capacity.

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Early Bird Tour

A special early morning birding tour that meets the first Saturday of every month at 8:30am at the Reserve. Reservations are required. Sign-ups are available 30 days in advance for the upcoming tour, limited to 10 spots.

Photo by Michael McGreevy

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Thematic & Seasonal Tours

Check our calendar for postings of upcoming thematic walks, including Mindfulness Walks (4th Saturday of the month), Spring WildFlower Walks, or the annual King Tide Walk each winter.

Calendar

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Elkhorn Connects Us

Much of our work at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve is powered by volunteers.

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