Moss Landing, formerly Moss, [6] is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Monterey County, California, United States. [4] It is located 18 miles (29 km) north-northeast of Monterey, at an elevation of 10 feet (3.048 m). [4]

Take a look at a sample Moss Landing itinerary for ideas on how to spend a quiet getaway weekend. With over 600 slips for recreational boaters and commercial vessels, the Moss Landing Harbor is a lovely spot to moor. Once you are on land, explore the Elkhorn Slough Reserve, a one-of-a-kind ecosystem home to diverse wildlife.

Staff is currently in the process of updating the revised draft Moss Landing Community Plan with the input and assistance from the community, stakeholders, planning & environmental consultants and associated agencies. Please see below for the most current upcoming events and notices. – November 2024.

Jan 19, 2025 · View a slide presentation about the incident and a timeline of response presented to the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors 1.21.25. Evacuation Orders and Warnings. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has lifted all Evacuation Orders for the Moss Landing Vistra Power Plant Fire.

Jan 17, 2025 · The Monterey County Sheriff's Office issued evacuation orders Thursday evening and health officials urged residents to stay indoors, keep windows and doors closed, limited outdoor exposure, and...

Jan 17, 2025 · Vistra Energy emphasizes safety as a top priority following a fire at their Moss Landing facility, while county officials push for more answers.

Jan 17, 2025 · On Friday afternoon, Monterey County officials announced that evacuation orders remain in place for certain areas in Moss Landing due to continuing work on the Vistra Power Plant fire.

12 hours ago · Santa Cruz County supervisors met to discuss potential toxin spread from the Moss Landing battery plant fire, with residents voicing health concerns and opposition to a new battery storage project.

May 7, 2014 · If you are exploring Monterey County attractions, make sure you find the time to visit Moss Landing and it’s unique village and colorful architecture and other quirky parts of the city, beautiful landscape and marine life in the area.

19 hours ago · The preservation group's worst fears for Morro Bay came true for another community on Jan. 16 when a Vistra-owned battery energy storage system caught fire in Monterey County, evacuating 1,200 residents, temporarily closing Highway 1, threatening the nearby Elkhorn Slough Reserve, and prompting a response from local and state officials.