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Monterey County offers quite a few excellent parks for the outdoor fun lovers. People who are in the mood to take it easy and relish nature can choose between a number of respected parks in the area. These include Jacks Peak Park, Toro Park and Forest Hills Park. Jacks Peak Park is great for hiking. Toro Park and Forest Hills Park are excellent picnicking and barbecuing destinations respectively. Be sure to take a look at our extensive list of the finest parks in all of Monterey County.

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Watsonville Visit Website

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

1700 Elkhorn Rd Watsonville, CA 95076

Elkhorn Slough (ESNERR) is a seven-mile arm of the Monterey Bay located half way between the cities of Santa Cruz and Monterey. This arm has a bend in it as it extends inland, and at the "elbow" lies…

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Lower Presidio Historic Park

113 Corporal Ewing Monterey, CA 93940

This centrally located park has tremendous potential for all park-goers. It can be a first stop for any visitor to the Monterey Peninsula with its gorgeous views, perfect for their photos and memories…

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Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website

Carmel River State Beach

Carmelo St Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923

Discover Tranquility at Carmel River State Beach

Nestled along the captivating California coastline, Carmel River State Beach is a hidden gem that beckons travelers seeking…

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Asilomar State Beach

Beach Trail - Asilomar Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Asilomar State Beach graces the stunning coastline of Pacific Grove, California, offering a serene escape where the natural world and human spirit harmonize. This pristine stretch of shoreline, in…

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Monterey Visit Website

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

Monterey Bay Monterey, CA 93940

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Salinas Visit Website

Laguna Seca Recreation Area

1025 Monterey-Salinas Hwy 68 Salinas, CA 93908

At the Laguna Seca Recreation Area, visitors can camp on the surrounding hillsides for a serene view of the Salinas Valley. Both RV and tent camping are available in a clean, friendly environment. The…

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Carmel Visit Website

Garrapata State Park

Highway 1 Carmel, CA 93923

The park has two miles of beach front, with coastal hiking and a 50-foot climb to a beautiful view of the Pacific and offers diverse coastal vegetation with trails running from ocean beaches into dense…

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Marina Visit Website

Fort Ord Dunes State Park

Beach Range Road Marina, CA 93933

This recently opened State Park has a 1,500 foot trail to 4 miles of ocean beach with beautiful views of Monterey Bay. From the parking area visitors may also take a stroll on the new boardwalk to a bluff…

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Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

. Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923

3 miles of Carmel on Highway 1

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Big Sur Visit Website

Andrew Molera State Park

Highway 1 Big Sur, CA 93920

In the spectacular Big Sur area, this park is still relatively undeveloped and offers visitors great hiking and beachcombing. Miles of trails wind through meadows, beaches and hilltops. A primitive walk-in…

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