Salinas River State Beach

A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear blue sky, and distant hills.
A sign for Salinas River State Beach, a California State Park.
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Things to do

Step aboard our stable, USCG inspected, 27ft. pontoon boat, and embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure!

Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

£34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Goddess Fantasy 150 passenger vessel

Monterey Bay Whale Watching

£52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay Whale Watching
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

£34
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour
Santa Cruz Beach Hill to Mission Hill Loop Via Downtown

Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop

£34
per adult
Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

£34
per adult
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour

Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour

£169
per adult
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Jose Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Jose Airport by IHG

2.5 out of 5
North San Jose
Price was £838, price is now £722 per person
£722
per person
10 Jan - 15 Jan
found 22 hours ago
Return flight included
London (LON) to San Jose (SJC)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,350 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto by IHG

2.5 out of 5
Shoreline West
Price was £982, price is now £831 per person
£831
per person
10 Jan - 15 Jan
found 22 hours ago
Return flight included
London (LON) to San Jose (SJC)
8.8/10 Excellent! (578 reviews)

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mountain View Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mountain View Silicon Valley by IHG

2.5 out of 5
North Whisman
Price was £999, price is now £889 per person
£889
per person
10 Jan - 15 Jan
found 22 hours ago
Return flight included
London (LON) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very good! (596 reviews)

Stay near popular Salinas River State Beach attractions

Salinas River State Beach

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Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Salinas River State Beach during your trip to Castroville? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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Monterey Bay House on Miles of Secluded Beach

Monterey Bay House on Miles of Secluded Beach

Moss Landing CA
Monterey Bay House on Miles of Secluded Beach
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!

Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!

Moss Landing CA
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!
BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!

BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!

Moss Landing CA
BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!
Oceanfront Retreat • Private Hot Tub • 3 King Suites + Loft • Walk to Beach

Oceanfront Retreat • Private Hot Tub • 3 King Suites + Loft • Walk to Beach

Castroville CA
Oceanfront Retreat • Private Hot Tub • 3 King Suites + Loft • Walk to Beach
Blue Diamond@Monterey Dunes OCEANFRONT 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7 Monterey/Santa Cruz

Blue Diamond@Monterey Dunes OCEANFRONT 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7 Monterey/Santa Cruz

Moss Landing CA
Blue Diamond@Monterey Dunes OCEANFRONT 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7 Monterey/Santa Cruz
3 Bedroom Ocean Front (sleeps 6)

3 Bedroom Ocean Front (sleeps 6)

Castroville CA
3 Bedroom Ocean Front (sleeps 6)
Dunes Beach Haven: Amazing Ocean Front Home

Dunes Beach Haven: Amazing Ocean Front Home

Moss Landing CA
Dunes Beach Haven: Amazing Ocean Front Home
Beachfront home with heated pool, hot tub, sports courts, amazing views, & WFH

Beachfront home with heated pool, hot tub, sports courts, amazing views, & WFH

Moss Landing CA
Beachfront home with heated pool, hot tub, sports courts, amazing views, & WFH
Monterey Dunes 208 - Moss Landing Townhome - A Mile of Beachfront!

Monterey Dunes 208 - Moss Landing Townhome - A Mile of Beachfront!

Moss Landing CA
Monterey Dunes 208 - Moss Landing Townhome - A Mile of Beachfront!
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