The Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge is a 367- acre refuge that is filled with riparian habitats, grasslands, beaches, coastal dunes, salt marshes, and saline ponds. It was established in 1973 and is one of the few remaining wetlands that can be found along the central California coast. You’ll be able to see and explore so many different environments and come across stunning flora and fauna including threatened and endangered species such as Smith’s blue butterfly, the Monterey spineflower, and the western snowy plover. During spring and fall migrations, you’ll also be able to see thousands of traveling birds making it a paradise for ornithology aficionados.

Salinas, CA 93908, Phone: 510-792-0222

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