DESTINATION - Carmel River
N 36° 32.315 W 121° 55.671
10S E 595970 N 4044222
One of the many beaches in the California State Park System and a major bird sanctuary.
Waymark Code: WM24RR
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 09/03/2007
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The 36 miles long Carmel River originates in the Santa Lucia Mountains, flows northwest through the Carmel Valley and empties into the Pacific Ocean south of Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Just before the river reaches Carmel Bay, it forms a lagoon along a mile-long beach that is part of the California State Park system.
The lagoon features a wide variety of waterfowl and song birds, a paradise for birdwatchers. Enjoy the fotos and click on the pictures for larger images.