Monterey Bay Aquarium's Coastal Trail Walking Tour
Summary: Join us for a walk along the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail, starting just outside the Aquarium. Our Director of Interpretive Programs, Jim Covel, gives you an insider's view of the rich natural and human history of this spectacular section of the bay. The complete half-mile walking tour (all six segments) takes about half an hour.
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This walking tour begins at the main entrance to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and heads south along the "Rec Trail".
Learn the colorful history of the "Rec Trail" (the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail), which runs from Marina to Pacific Grove.
Journey back in time and hear stories about the Chinese fishing village that was once located here.
Hear about this historic site where commercial fishing boats were built and repaired, and bootleggers landed during prohibition.
The oldest marine science lab on the Pacific coast.
Learn about the wildlife that frequents this location: harbor seals and their pups; elephant seals; whales; and even local deer and Canada geese. Keep your eyes open!
