Trail Closure

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

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Photo by: Jan Null

Reserve Tours

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.

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.

Photo by Gayle Sugiyama

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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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Photo by: Amy Medina

Elkhorn Connects Us

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


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