Monterey is holding its first-ever Abalone Festival (July 26-27)
The first ever Monterey Abalone Festival will celebrate the region's mollusc history with cultural and scientific activities, including an 'Abalone Dance' and abalone races.
Fort Ord Dunes State Park campground to be built along Monterey Bay
The new campground at Fort Ord Dunes State Park will cost $33 million and will include 43 tent campsites, 45 RV campsites, and 10 walk-in or bike-in campsites.