Salinas, Monterey County, CA
Places to go in Salinas
19 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
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Andrew Molera State Park
Relatively undeveloped park with trails on beaches & through meadows & a walk-in trail camp.
45500 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, USA
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Central Park
420 Central Ave, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
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Cesar Chavez Community Park
250 N Madeira Ave, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
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El Dorado Park
Playground with sport courts & fields, a jogging path & multiple picnic areas for get-togethers.
1655 El Dorado Dr, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
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El Estero Park
725 Pearl St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
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Fremont Peak State Park
Scenic, mountainous park with craggy peaks & views of Monterey Bay, hiking, camping & picnicking.
10700 San Juan Canyon Rd, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045, USA
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Garland Ranch Regional Park
Rustic, dog-friendly park offering extensive hiking trails through woodlands, canyons & chaparral.
700 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924, USA
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Garrapata State Park
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view.
34500 CA-1, Carmel, CA 93923, USA
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Jacks Peak Park
Hiking & horseback trails wind 8+ miles through a Monterey pine forest to a peak with vista views.
25020 Jacks Peak Park Rd, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
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Manzanita County Park
Baseball & soccer fields dominate this county park that's surrounded by scrubby hillsides.
17100 Castroville Blvd, Prunedale, CA 93907, USA
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Natividad Creek Park
Recreational venue featuring trails, picnics & playgrounds, plus a skate area & dog park.
1395 Nogal Dr, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
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Pinnacles National Park
The remains of an ancient volcanic field, this park features geologic sights, caves & condors.
California 95043, USA
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Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Scenic coastal area featuring diverse sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum.
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA
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Salinas River State Beach
Popular destination for bird-watching, fishing & horseback riding, with a dune trail & picnic area.
Moss Landing, CA 95039, USA
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Sherwood Park
Outdoor recreation space with a playground & gardens, plus a swim club, tennis courts & theater.
920 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, USA
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The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
Hiking, biking & jogging trails on varied terrain rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains.
Aptos Creek Rd, Aptos, CA 95003, USA
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Toro Park
Peaceful 4,756-acre park offering riding trails, softball fields, playgrounds & volleyball courts.
501 Monterey - Salinas Hwy #68, Salinas, CA 93908, USA
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Vision Quest Ranch
400 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908, USA
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Wilder Ranch State Park
Natural landscape with diverse activities including hiking trails, picnic areas & horseback riding.
1401 Coast Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA