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THINGS TO DO IN MONTEREY COUNTY. A trip to California's central coast promises extraordinary experiences on both land and sea. The scenic beauty is abundant, making outdoor activities top-tier, while unique attractions and iconic landmarks round out a truly memorable visit.
Whether you're looking for the quintessential sandy California surfing beach, stunning cliffs with spectacular views of the ocean, or a picture-perfect rocky shoreline, you'll find it all along Monterey County's coast.
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History and Heritage Itinerary. Throughout the county, Monterey has a rich and complex history, from the time of its original inhabitants, the Ohlone (formerly Costanoan), Esselen, and Salinan groups, to the time of the first California Constitutional Convention at Colton Hall in 1849. Monterey County is loaded with sites that are crucial to ...
Monterey County is located on the Central Coast of California just south of the San Francisco Bay Area, about 45 miles from San Jose and 106 miles from the City of San Francisco. The rich Salinas Valley extends through the heart of the County, making Monterey the third largest agricultural county in California.
Monterey County ( / ˌmɒntəˈreɪ / ⓘ MON-tə-RAY ), officially the County of Monterey, is a county located on the Pacific coast in the U.S. state of California. As of the 2020 census, its population was 439,035. The county's largest city and county seat is Salinas. Quick Facts Country, State ... Close.
Monterey (/ ˌ m ɒ n t ə ˈ r eɪ / ⓘ; Spanish: Monterrey) is a city in Monterey County on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on the U.S. state of California's Central Coast. Founded on June 3, 1770, it functioned as the capital of Alta California under both Spain (1804–1821) and Mexico (1822–1846).
