One of California’s last great coastal wetlands
A cradle of biodiversity in Monterey Bay
From oak-covered ridges to tidal salt marsh, Elkhorn Slough and its watershed is a remarkable meeting place between land and sea. Rare habitats for endangered wildlife nestle up against farms, towns, ranchlands, and industries. It’s a place to explore, discover, fall in love with, and care for — generation after generation.
854Mgallons of groundwater saved each year
16threatened and endangered species
25%of the watershed protected
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Welcome to Elkhorn Slough
In the 1970s, an oil refinery was almost built here, but people banded together to stop it. Today, much of Elkhorn Slough is a sanctuary, protecting wildlife, wetlands, and natural spaces to enjoy.
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