Moss Landing RV Park: Fido’s Gone Fishin’
May 19, 2011 • Travel
The charm of a fishing village has a special allure—especially for Fido who loves the damp air and all of the scents that it conjures. In Moss Landing, California, watching seagulls diving, drooling over a fresh catch of fish on the dock and chasing the waves on the beach will keep Fido busy the entire time.
Moss Landing is a historic fishing village located a short distance from Monterey and Santa Cruz in California. It is known not only for the typical coastal pastimes, such as eating great seafood and boating excursions, but it is also known for excellent antiques shops. The Moss Landing KOA is situated better than most. It is on the edge of the bay, and once the RV is parked no other vehicle is necessary, as all the beaches, docks, restaurants and antiques shopping centers are in walking distance. You and Fido will need to put your walking feet on for this trip!
This full-hook-up RV park is surrounded by views of sailboats. The spaces are clear and offer plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the beautiful weather. The pads are large and grassy areas surround most of them. Fido is a welcome guest of managers Dyann and Ken Chalk, who have dogs of their own and will tell you the easy route to the very friendly, private dog beach nearby.
This part of the California coast is a haven for birds and other wildlife. Sanctuary tours offer an opportunity to see birds, sea otters, whales and turtles among other coastal animals. A day or half-day of fishing can be easily arranged, as it is a short walk to the dock. Take Fido on a tour around the village for a while, and then book yourself a fishing or whale-watching trip. The village area is small but packed with both coastal-themed and other antiques.
The evening can be spent at one of a number of restaurants that welcome dogs on their patios. Phil’s Fish Market has live music three times per week, and the full restaurant and adjoining fish market mean that you can eat the freshest seafood—cooked either by Phil or yourself back at your RV. Phil’s Fish Market is irresistible, especially because it is on the route to the dog beach.
Other restaurants that welcome dogs on their patios are the Haute Enchilada and the Lighthouse Harbor Grill. Rest assured that Dyann and Ken will pay special attention and keep an eye out for Fido while you are there to ensure that the visit is one to remember.
