Kayak the Pacific Coast

California Coast Paddling Guide

California’s Pacific Coast offers countless year-round
paddling opportunities. And I’ve barely even begun to explore. So far, my featured trips have been centered along the strip of coastline between Santa Cruz and Big Sur and feature an abundance of wildlife, coastline views, and an accessible entry point to sea kayaking. Stay tuned for more – as I look into backcountry permits for the Channel Islands, Point Reyes, and other locals.

sea otters playing in elkhorn slough at moss landing, california, photo taken from kayaking trip

Elkhorn Slough, Moss Landing

Over 100 sea otters reside in the Elkhorn Slough – ranking this paddle among the few “guaranteed wildlife sighting” trips anywhere on Earth

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Lovers Point

Enhance your beach day with a casual dip in the ocean at the small, family-friendly beach of Lovers Point, near Monterey

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kayaker in ocean in monterey bay at lover's point california with rocks and surf crashign in background and town of monterey in background
view from standing on beach under docks looking out at ocean along california's pacific coast

Monterey Harbor

Depart from downtown Monterey for a chance to “meet” seals, sea lions, sea otters, dolphins, and more as you explore the historic Cannery Row shoreline

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