Fort Ord Dunes State Park in California State

Fort Ord Dunes State Park

Position right on the coast of Monterey Bay, visitors to this state park will get to enjoy sweeping views over the ocean.

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Fort Ord Dunes State Park Details

Position right on the coast of Monterey Bay, visitors to this state park will get to enjoy sweeping views over the ocean. Walk along the boardwalk at the top of the bluff for the best views, or hop down to the beach to explore the coastline up close. This was once the site of Fort Old Dunes, an army outpost with 15 rifle shooting ranges. When the fort ceased operations, it became a state park and opened to the public in 2009.

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