National Monument

Cabrillo

Tidepools at Cabrillo
Low Tide at the Tidepools NPS Photo / Dan Zeller

Overview

In 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo climbed out of his boat and onto shore, becoming the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. Cabrillo National Monument not only tells the story of this 16th-century exploration but also houses a wealth of cultural and natural resources. Join us and embark on your own Voyage of Exploration.

State: CA6195234285

Hours

  • Sunday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Monday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Thursday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Friday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Saturday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Fees & Passes

  • Entrance - Private Vehicle:  20.00

    Admits one single, private, non-commercial vehicle and all its passengers.


  • Entrance - Motorcycle:  15.00

    Admits one single, private, non-commercial motorcycle and its passenger(s).


  • Entrance - Per Person:  10.00

    Admits one individual when entering by foot or bicycle. Groups of up to 4 people walking in or on bicycles are capped at $20 total. Individuals 15 years old and younger are admitted free of charge.


  • Commercial Entrance - Sedan:  30.00

    1 to 6 / ($30)


  • Commercial Entrance - Van:  45.00

    7 to 25 / ($45)


  • Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus:  45.00

    7 to 25 / ($45)


  • Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach:  100.00

    26 or more / ($100)


  • Entrance - Non-commercial Groups:  20.00

    Organized Non-Commercial Groups include church groups, college/school groups, scouts, service organizations, military, etc. Vehicles with a capacity of 16 or less are charged the $20.00 vehicle permit fee. Vehicles with 17 or more seats will instead be charged the $10 per person individual rate for any passengers that are not free. The total fee charged for an Organized Non-Commercial Group will not exceed $100 per vehicle.


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Things To Do

Category

6 Results
    A rocky shore at the ocean

    Visit the Cabrillo Tidepools

    Free

    Description

    Learn about visiting the tidepools at Cabrillo National Monument!

    More info
    A windy dirt path on a hillside overlooking the ocean.

    Oceanside Trail

    Free

    Description

    The Oceanside Trail significantly increases recreational opportunities by providing an entirely new trail that increases the park’s trail network by over 20% while also offering a car-free mode of access to the tidepool area.

    More info
    Junior Ranger logo with ranger flat hat, words read Explore, Learn, Protect

    Earn Your Cabrillo Junior Ranger Badge

    Free

    Description

    How to earn your Cabrillo National Monument Junior Ranger badge

    More info
    Ages:5-99Time:30-90 Minutes
    A dirt path snakes along a hillside in front of blue water.

    Bayside Trail

    Free

    Description

    Learn about what you can see and do while hiking the Bayside Trail at Cabrillo National Monument.

    More info
    Time:1-2 Hours
    A long downward set of steps along a dirt path going towards the ocean.

    Coastal Trail

    Free

    Description

    Learn about hiking the Coastal Trail at Cabrillo National Monument!

    More info
    Pet FriendlyTime:30-60 Minutes
    A crowd of people gather under a white, cloth covering. They look over a fence towards blue water.

    Whale Watching at Cabrillo

    Free

    Description

    Learn about Whale Watching at Cabrillo National Monument!

    More info

More Images

Tidepools at Cabrillo
Tidepools at Cabrillo
Sun setting over the Pacific
Sun setting over the Pacific
Dusk at the Old Point Loma Lighthouse
Dusk at the Old Point Loma Lighthouse
Spring flowers in front of Old Point Loma Lighthouse
Spring flowers in front of Old Point Loma Lighthouse
Looking out on San Diego from Cabrillo
Looking out on San Diego from Cabrillo
View of Pelican Point at Cabrillo
View of Pelican Point at Cabrillo