In its canyon, grasslands are populated by black-tail deer, raccoons, weasels, cottontail rabbits, gray foxes and bobcats. It is a secluded spot for canoeists, hikers and campers. This leads through five terraces uplifted from the sea. Each is 100 feet higher and 100,000 years older than the one below. Ocean fishing and abalone diving are enjoyed here.
Sand dunes provide a habitat for several rare plant species.
Deer trails crisscross this dynamic seascape. The paths are lined with Monterey cypress trees, lupine and yellow giant coreopsis. Wave-swept sea stacks are populated by black oystercatchers, cormorants and common murres. This long, unspoiled estuary is home to river otter, wood ducks, great blue herons and ospreys. You can take advantage of the flowing tides for day-long excursions.