Missi R.
12/31/2025
A truly amazing experience. We saw dozens of elephant seals in a beautiful setting. There is plenty of parking, and the viewing area is wide enough that it is easy to get a spot up view the...
Elephant Seal Vista Point
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15950 Cabrillo Hwy
San Simeon, CA 93452
Elephant Seal Vista Point in San Simeon, CA, offers a unique opportunity to observe the fascinating life of northern elephant seals at the Piedras Blancas Rookery. Visitors can enjoy live beach cams, educational programs, and a variety of gifts related to these remarkable marine animals.
The site serves as a refuge for elephant seals, showcasing their annual lifecycle, including the peak seasons for births and molts. The organization encourages community engagement through volunteer docent programs and donations to support conservation efforts and public awareness initiatives.
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Jakaria A.
12/28/2025
Very beautiful place to see those gorgeous creatures elephants seal. The lady there explained that they just come here to mate and breed they will stay here for 4 months. Within this 4 months they...
Ron R.
10/29/2025
The Elephant Seal Vista Point (ESVP) is easy to find off the highway. There is a lot with ample parking. There is a small paved/dirt path at one (north?) end of the lot. The park ranger who...
Bobbie R.
1/4/2026
I have been to this vista area many times. We stopped here yesterday. So many Elephant Seals and so many babies. My friend has seen 2 birth 2 separate visits. Pro tip: look for seagulls gathering...
LJ H.
12/31/2025
Decided to make a quick stop before heading to Hearst Castle. It's crazy how close you get to these elephant seals. There were so many to see. Most were relaxing, but there was definitely...
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