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Elkhorn Slough Estuarine Reserve
Watsonville, California

Library, Natural History, Nature Centers, Science

Elkhorn SLough National Estuarine Research Reserve is located in the heart of Monterey Bay at Moss Landing. It is one of 28 National Estuarine Research Reserves around the country that serve as outdoor laboratories and field classrooms focused on our nation's estuaries. Elkhorn Slough is a 'Globally Important Bird Area' designated by the National Audubon Society and a rich environment for diverse wildlife, including one of the densest aggregations of California Sea Otters. The Reserve has 5 miles of walking trails and a visitor center with engaging exhibits that interpret the environment of this coastal jewel.

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