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Moss Landing Marine Laboratory

Moss Landing Marine Laboratory

United States, California, Moss Landing 

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Moss Landing Marine Laboratory

United States, California, Moss Landing 

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Located in the city of Monterey, Moss Landing Laboratory is situated in front of Moss Landing Harbor – the best fishing harbor in the town of Moss Landing. Moss Landing Laboratory has a long and wide beach that is perfect for sport fishing and whale watching.  Moss Landing Laboratory is surrounded by many seafood restaurants and local shops with a variety of antiques and gifts.

If you get hungry, you can drive 10 minutes to many restaurants near Moss Landing Laboratory. The upscale Sanderlings Restaurant is a vegetarian-friendly American bar-restaurant offering breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert options in an elegant patio setting. If you are looking for a family-friendly restaurant near Moss Landing Laboratory, Café Rio Aptos features seafood, steaks, desserts, a dog-friendly patio, and incredible views of the North Pacific Ocean. Another good restaurant near Moss Landing Laboratory is Village Host Pizza & Grill, a pizza restaurant that serves pizza, garlic bread, burgers, and sandwiches at very reasonable prices.

If you are looking for a hotel near Moss Landing Laboratory, you can drive 17 minutes to the upscale 4-Star hotel Seascape Beach Resort that offers many amenities including a pool, bar, sauna, spa, restaurant, golf course, tennis court, and fitness center. Best Western Seacliff Inn is a 3-Star hotel featuring a pool, lounge, bar, gym, and restaurant. If you are looking for an affordable hotel near Moss Landing Laboratory, the 2-Star Rio Sands Hotel has a pool and kids club.

 Moss Landing Laboratory offers a couple of amenities including restrooms, boat ramps, and kayak rentals.

There are many fun activities at Moss Landing Laboratory including fishing, camping, whale watching, and watching sea otters and harbor seals – the beach is also known as one of the best spots in the US to see sea otters. If you are looking for additional activities, you can visit the nearby Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary by kayak.

Getting to Moss Landing Laboratory is very easy – the laboratory’s free parking lot is situated near 8272 Sandholdt Road and is within walking distance to the beach.

If you are looking for attractions near Moss Landing Laboratory, you can drive 15 minutes to the Aptos History Museum that is home to many historical exhibits, photographs, and antiques from the city of Aptos. The gravity-defying Mystery Spot is among the most prominent illusion-based tourist attractions – visitors can experience demonstrations that disobey gravity inside a wooden building and while walking up a steep hill here.  The Point Sur State Historic Park is a historical landmark providing walking tours of the 1889 Point Sur Lighthouse and Point Sur State Marine Reserve and Marine Conservation Area that protects ocean wildlife and marine ecosystem.  Another great attraction near Moss Landing Laboratory is Adventure Sports Unlimited that offers many underwater courses including swimming, scuba diving, diving, and snorkeling.

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IN8 AM - 5 PM

IN8272 Moss Landing Rd, Moss Landing, CA 95039, USA

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  • ATM

  • Barbecue

  • Boat Ramp

  • Dogs

  • Entry Fee

  • Fire Pits

  • Hidden

  • Lifeguard

  • Marine Life

  • Pier

  • Playground

  • Restrooms

  • Shops

  • Showers

  • WiFi

  • Picnic Table

  • Activities

  • Bike Paths

  • Camping

  • Clubs Party Scene

  • Fishing

  • Hiking

  • Nude

  • Paddle boarding

  • Scuba Diving

  • Snorkeling

  • Surfing

  • Tours

  • Volleyball

  • Cave

  • Rentals

  • ATV

  • Bikes

  • Boat

  • Fishing Boats

  • Jet Skiing

  • Kayaking Canoeing

  • Chair Rentals

  • Sailing

  • Speed Boats

  • Umbrella Rental

  • Waterskiing

  • Windsurfing

  • Yachts

  • Food

  • Bars

  • Food Snacks

  • Local Beach Vendor

  • Lounge

  • Restaurants

  • Access

  • Bike Racks

  • Car Access

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    Does Moss Landing Marine Laboratory have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

    Does Moss Landing Marine Laboratory have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

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    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

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    No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.

    Does Moss Landing Marine Laboratory have restrooms?

    No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

    Is Moss Landing Marine Laboratory a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

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    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Moss Landing Marine Laboratory?

    No, this Beach is not known for any activities in particular.

    Does Moss Landing Marine Laboratory have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Yes, this Beach offers accommodations for people with disabilities, allowing everyone to relish the coastal experience.

    Is Moss Landing Marine Laboratory a dog-friendly beach?

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