Others Near Salinas,CA
Hight rate 11 location for tourist in Salinas, CA, USA
06-2025 Downtown Salinas Sign in Hight rate 11 location for tourist in Salinas, CA, USASalinas River National Wildlife Refuge - Darrell Stanaford: 5* for nature & serenity, 3* for isolation & lack of amenities. A little visited spot just off Hwy 1 with beautiful wetlands and isolated endless beach running north to the mouth of the Salinas River. No toilets, water or trash cans. Parking reached via dirt road (1 km) that can be impassable after heavy rain (offering the option of adding a muddy extra km to your hike). Sign says open sunrise to sunset.
Spreckels - Roxanne Noonan: Is a town we go to vivist family there
Salinas River State Beach - Delilah Brunke: This definitely is NOT a swimming beach, but the wildlife and view of a more tumultuous coast is pretty darn cool.
The sandy path to the beach is a jaunt, especially for kids, and the fact that some people bring horses and other animals and dont clean up after them ON the path isnt great. But its worth a visit to sit and see the ocean.
Carmel by the sea - Carmel-By-The-Sea Braulio A.: Tucked along California’s rugged coastline, Carmel-by-the-Sea feels like it stepped straight out of a storybook. This charming seaside village is where fairytale cottages meet windswept beaches, and time seems to slow just enough for you to savor every cobblestone and ocean breeze. Art lovers rejoice—Carmel is home to over 100 galleries, making it a creative haven where every corner seems to whisper inspiration. Want to bring your dog? Absolutely—Carmel might just be the most dog-friendly town in America, where pups are pampered guests everywhere from cafes to the beach.
Stroll down Ocean Avenue and you’ll find no street numbers, neon signs, or even mailboxes. It’s quirky, it’s quaint, and it’s perfectly intentional. Need directions? Just ask someone for the name of the house—it probably has one like “Sea Mist” or “Gingerbread House.” Take a sunset walk at Carmel Beach, where the Pacific crashes against soft white sand, and you’ll understand why so many fall in love with this coastal gem.
Whether you’re sipping wine, exploring secret gardens, or daydreaming by the sea, Carmel-by-the-Sea is the kind of place that feels like a pause button on life—in the best way possible.
Carmel River State Beach - Carmel Robert Chubb: A nice beach to take young children, there is a wading area at the Carmel River. You can join them or easily watch the kids. There is also a walking trail that takes you along the bay and you can see many picturesque beaches.
Carmel Sunset Beach Viewpoint - Gary: Beautiful beach. Clean and clear water. Beach is dog friendly with plenty of room for the kids and dogs to run around. This is now one of my favorite beaches.
Piccadilly Park - Carmel-By-The-Sea Rica Carlos: Quaint small park with lots of benches under a big old oak tree. Cool shaded escape on a hot day. One restroom available and some small retail shops surrounding the park.
