Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
1700 Elkhorn Rd, Castroville, CA 95012
- Max power
- Up to 7.2 kW
- Level 2
- Charging ports
- 2
- J1772
- Price
- Free
- No charging fee listed
- Hours
- See hours
- 9am-5pm W-Sun
Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 1700 Elkhorn Rd in Castroville, CA. It has 2 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.2 kw. Charging is free, and the site is open 9am-5pm W-Sun.
How long will charging take?
Range added per hour
~24mi
10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery
~8.3hours
Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works
Connectors and compatibility
J1772
2 ports · 7 kW
AC
The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.
Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.
Pricing
Free
Network listing: “Free”
Location and access
- Address
- 1700 Elkhorn Rd
Castroville, CA 95012 - Coordinates
- 36.81702, -121.73011
- Hours
- 9am-5pm W-Sun
- Phone
- 831-728-2822
- On site
- Outdoor Space
Questions drivers ask
How fast is Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve?
It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.
How much does it cost to charge at Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve?
Charging is listed as free. Parking fees or time limits may still apply.
What plugs does Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve have?
2 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.
Is Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve open 24/7?
Listed hours: 9am-5pm W-Sun.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 105358. Last confirmed by the network on Jul 15, 2026; opened Dec 1, 2018.