Just when you thought your fun summer activities were over….here comes the best kayaking season of the year! Yes, there is no better time to kayak the Elkhorn Slough in Moss Landing. This little gem of a town is one of my favorite places along the Monterey Bay. In addition to amazing beach walks, it boasts Elkhorn Slough, the largest estuary south of San Francisco. Kayaks can be easily rented from The Kayak Connection. The Kayak Connection will provide expert instruction, assistance, great equipment, as well as tips for timing, route, and directions.
Why winter? The Elkhorn Slough provides a stop over for thousands of migrating birds as they move south during the winter. There are hundreds of different species of birds and ducks found during the winter at the slough, some in trees, along the banks, in the mud flats, or enjoying the pickle weed. You will not be disappointed.
The migrating birds share Elkhorn Slough with large colonies of sea otters, harbor seals, and sea lions. You’ll enjoy seeing them swim, fish, dive, jump, and socialize with one another. Your view from a kayak is really amazing.