Rent a kayak from outfitters on Hwy 1 and paddle past harbor seals into Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, or take a guided weekend hike and go bird-watching. Docent-led tours typically depart at 10am and 1pm on Saturdays and Sundays, and electric-boat cruises are also available.
Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
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