2.8 Miles, 4 Min Drive

Hotel Near Moss Landing Wildlife Area

Located just a short drive from the Inn at Moss Landing Point, the Moss Landing Wildlife Area is a peaceful coastal habitat filled with tidal marshes, mudflats, and winding waterways. This protected area is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, offering opportunities to spot herons, egrets, migratory birds, and even sea otters in their natural surroundings. Guests staying at our inn can enjoy convenient access to this quiet stretch of unspoiled nature—perfect for a morning walk, a photography outing, or a relaxed afternoon immersed in the beauty of California’s central coast.

A sea otter is floating on its back in the water, appearing relaxed and surrounded by a vast blue ocean surface.

Explore The Moss Landing Wildlife Area

The Moss Landing Wildlife Area spans over 600 acres of protected coastal wetlands where the Elkhorn Slough meets the Pacific Ocean. This ecologically rich zone features winding tidal channels, mudflats, and salt marshes that support a wide variety of wildlife year-round. It’s especially renowned for its birdlife, with dozens of species visible in a single visit, including sandpipers, terns, pelicans, and migratory shorebirds. The area also supports native plant species and provides a critical habitat for fish and marine life. Visitors can explore designated viewing areas and pullouts along Highway 1 to observe wildlife in a peaceful, natural setting—just a quick drive from the Inn at Moss Landing Point.

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