Offshore fishing, surfing, windsurfing and horseback riding are popular activities. Moss Landing State Beach is a favorite place for picnics because the dunes protect it from afternoon winds and provides scenic panoramic views of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a federal marine protected area. This area is an important stop along the Pacific Flyway so birdwatching is popular.
Zmudowski State Beach is a popular fishing area. The beach features the Pajaro River estuary, where a natural preserve has been set aside. The sandy beach is also popular with bird watchers and equestrians. Perch, kingfish, sole, flounder, halibut, bocaccio (tomcod), jacksmelt, lingcod, cabezon, salmon, steelhead and occasional rockfish can be found here.
Salinas River State Beach is a beach at the river mouth of the Salinas River at Monterey Bay, in Monterey County, California offering nature watching, beach combing, fishing, photography, and taking a walk. It is located at the south end of Moss Landing, California.
