Carmel Mission Basilica

Name: Carmel Mission Basilica
Address: 3080 Rio Rd, Moss Landing, CA, US
Telephone: (831) 624-1271
Rating: 4.6

Moss Landing, California

Address

3080 Rio Rd

Denomination

Catholic

Phone

(831) 624-1271

Founded

1797

Last updated September 2026

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5,000-20,000

estimated members

This is likely one of 21 Catholic congregations in Monterey County, CA. Catholic accounts for 7% of the county's 287 congregations.

This estimate comes from ARDA 2020 data for churches of this size and denomination in the county.

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Carmel Mission Basilica is one of California's most faithfully restored mission churches, featuring the state's first library and the only original bell and bell tower among Spanish missions. Located at the mouth of Carmel Valley, this National Historic Landmark served as headquarters for all Alta California missions from 1797 to 1833 and underwent extensive restoration beginning in 1931. Visitors can explore the historic chapel and learn about the mission's significant role in California's colonial history.

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