WHAT TO LOOK FOR AT FORT ORD NATIONAL MONUMENT The lands of Fort Ord National Monument hold a vast array of natural and historic wonders. As you spend time here, you’ll get to know seasonal changes and secret places in the Monument’s 12 distinct habitats. Keep your eyes peeled for these unique plants, animals and historic sites:

Red Tail HawkLook for these brownish red raptors soaring effortlessly over the open terrain. They are most active in the morn-

ings and evenings.

Valley ViewsFrom trails on the northeast portion of the Monument, you can gaze back over the Salinas Valley to the Gabilan Mountains, which Steinbeck described as “full of sun and loveliness.”

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Henneken’s Ranch RuinsJust off Henneken’s Ranch Road, you can still see the foundation of the house built by Kaspar Henneken, who claimed a homestead here around 1887. The ranch was operational until the 1930s.

BobcatsLook for these large, spotted, whiskered felines on the prowl for prey throughout the Monument. Although elusive, they frequent the brush and wooded areas.

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HIT THE TRAILS CLOSE TO HOME When you live at East Garrison, you’re right next door

to a natural treasure. The Fort Ord National Monument

is one of the last undeveloped wildland preserves on the

Monterey Peninsula. Under management by the Bureau

of Land Management, the Monument offers 7,212 acres

currently open to the public with miles of world-class

recreational trails. It’s a popular area for hiking, walking,

off-road bicycling and horse riding. Get out and explore!

From Reservation Road, just outside the entrance to

East Garrison, proceed west to Watkins Gate.

Dogs are welcome in both the leash-free areas and the

signed areas where leashes are required. In leash-free

areas, you must keep control of your dog either through

voice commands or a leash. Please pick up your pet’s

waste (bags are provided at gates) and dispose of it in a

trash can. Foxtails, ticks and poisonous mushrooms are

all present in the park, so be sure to take precautions.

Indian PaintbrushCastilleja applegatei, a wavy-leaf perennial, is found on sunny interior slopes. It is distinguished by its

paintbrush-shaped inflorescences of bright red to yellow.

Ocean ViewsMonterey Bay lies about five miles to the west as the crow flies. Enjoy the views from the top of the hill on Henneken’s Ranch Road.

Thistle SageSalvia carduacea, a spectacular purple-blossom wild sage with orange pollen, is found in sandy or gravelly soil.

Coast Horned LizardYou’ll have to look carefully for the phryhosoma cornatum, as it has the ability to change color to blend with its habitat. This spiky, mottled lizard thrives in barren and rocky areas. It is a Federal Special Concern species, so look—don’t touch.

Vernal FiddleneckThe rare amsinckia vernicosa is found in low-lying areas. The distinctive curled stem— reminiscent of the neck of the fiddle —bears many small yellow flowers.

Poison OakPacific poison oak grows well in oak woodland, grasslands and chaparral biomes and will cause allergic rashes in humans. The woody vine has distinctive leaves with three leaflets. Beware!

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