Norman
Fremont Peak (52 min) Mountain within a state park offering views of surrounding valleys, peaks & Monterey Bay. Tatum's Garden (6 min) Garden and park Boronda Adobe History Center (7 min) History, historic site, and museum Sherwood Park (6 min) Outdoor recreation space with a playground & gardens, plus a swim club, tennis courts & theater. National Steinbeck Center (7 min) Dedicated to John Steinbeck, this museum offers interactive exhibits for all ages & a gift shop. El Dorado Park (9 min) Playground with sport courts & fields, a jogging path & multiple picnic areas for get-togethers. Salinas River State Beach (24 min) Popular destination for bird-watching, fishing & horseback riding, with a dune trail & picnic area. Fort Ord National Monument (39 min) Home to 35 species of rare flora & fauna, this undeveloped wildland offers over 80 miles of trails. Marina State Beach (23 min) Relaxing, family-friendly destination offers a public beach & park good for all-ages entertainment. Toro Park (13 min) Peaceful 4,756-acre park offering riding trails, softball fields, playgrounds & volleyball courts. Fremont Peak State Park (47 min) Scenic, mountainous park with craggy peaks & views of Monterey Bay, hiking, camping & picnicking. Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (20 min) Tidal salt marsh that is home to birds, otters, seals & many other animals, with boardwalk trails. WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (20 min) Paved, 2.2-mile road-racing track used for auto & motorcycle racing, plus special events. Fort Ord Dunes State Park (28 min) A trail leads to the beach in this park with a bluff-top platform offering views of Monterey Bay. |