Visiting Open Space
Typical pattern: usually quiet; mostly local visitors. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.
- Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to see animals.
- Keep your distance and do not feed wildlife.
Best time
November to March for sightings; sanctuaries may close in peak monsoon. Typical week: Mon quiet · Tue quiet · Wed quiet · Thu quiet · Fri light · Sat light · Sun light.
Places to visit near Open Space
All places near Seaside →Chapel of Seaside
church · 4 km
Fort Ord Dunes State Park
fort · 5 km
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Coastlands Marina Church
church · 8 km
El Estero Lake
lake · 9 km
Jacks Park
park · 10 km
Museum of Monterey
museum · 10 km
Other wildlife, forests & gardens nearby
Monterey State Historic Park · Monterey10 kmMonterey Bay Aquarium · Monterey10 kmSanta Lucia Preserve · Monterey15 kmSalinas River National Wildlife Refuge · Monterey16 kmCarmel Pinnacles State Marine Reserve · Monterey20 kmPortuguese Ledge State Marine Conservation Area · Monterey21 kmHow to reach Open Space
Nearest towns with a guide: Seaside (5 km) · Del Rey Oaks (5 km) · Marina (8 km). Coordinates 36.62508, -121.81009. Road distances are estimates.
Frequently asked
What is the best time to visit Open Space?
November to March for sightings; sanctuaries may close in peak monsoon. Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.
What are the places to visit near Open Space?
Nearby: Chapel of Seaside (church, 4 km), Fort Ord Dunes State Park (fort, 5 km), Coastlands Marina Church (church, 8 km), El Estero Lake (lake, 9 km), Jacks Park (park, 10 km), Museum of Monterey (museum, 10 km).
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