[…]talks about the light station’s history.Elephant Seal ViewingThe Great Northern Elephant Seal Rookery is a wonder to behold, located just off Highway 1 north of Piedras Blancas Light Station. Come for the drama of mating, birthing and molting among the large majestic creatures who migrate here twice annually. Helpful docents […]
[…]too. These majestic, bizarre creatures often travel over from the Piedra Blanca Elephant Seal Rookery to sunbathe and eat. San Simeon Pier also offers splendid bird-watching. Look for seabirds like scoters and grebes, as well as pigeon guillemots and marbled murrelets nesting beneath the pier. A crowd gathers on the […]
[…]on the beach. Elephant Seals The viewing boardwalks at the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery comprise a section of the California Coastal Trail. Short, flat, and easy to walk, these boardwalks are also wheelchair accessible with terrific views of the elephant seals. Junge Ranch Trail This 2.2-mile out-and-back trail offers […]
[…]red-legged from, Western pond turtle, and migratory birds like the cinnamon teal, mallards, herons and egrets. And for an up-close-and-personal wildlife viewing experience, nothing beats a visit to the Elephant Seal Rookery on the park’s northern end. Here, witness the life cycle of hundreds of Northern Elephant Seals in their […]
[…]the trail of migrating whales offshore with The Whale Trail, or tour the incredible Elephant Seal Rookery with an expert guide. Or help the Cayucos Land Conservancy by cataloging plant and animal life at the beach with the iNaturalist app. When you see this stretch of Highway 1 through the […]
[…]far from notable Highway 1 destinations, including Hearst Castle, Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery and Moonstone Beach, this is one road stop cut above the rest. Seaside Foods in Sebastian’s General Store Restaurants in Cambria Cambria’s East and West Villages serve up a cozy dining experience where pines meet the […]
[…]to see the Elephant Seals in action, drive up Highway 1 a bit to the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery.And if you’re looking for more kayak fishing opportunities, be sure to drive back to Old San Simeon and San Simeon Bay. In addition to pier fishing, this is a great […]
[…]Great White sharks). Watch out for these and their predators especially around the Elephant Seal Rookery and Piedras Blancas Light Station. Otherwise, pack your board, your gear, and your sense of adventure, and get ready to get stoked. Explore Surfing San Simeon to Ragged Point Pico Creek One of the […]
[…]gorgeous Big Sur. Along the way, don’t forget to visit the Elephant Seals at the Elephant Seal Rookery just north of San Simeon. There, you can see one of the largest populations of these majestic creatures in the world. Toasting to a day of exploring along Highway […]
[…]nearby Boucher Trail. It lies very close to the Piedras Blancas Light Station and Elephant Seal Rookery and can generally be very dense with elephant seals.) Interested in other dog-friendly beaches? Check our comprehensive list of other pup-tastic beaches and parks along Highway 1. Dog-friendly Hiking Trails Black Swift Falls […]
[…]Ragged Point, CAHidden BeachQMJ9+R8 Ragged Point, CABirthing Season at the Elephant Seal RookeryMP7R+5W San Simeon, CAKayak in PeaceJRR5+7H San Simeon, CAA Wine Experience Like No OtherJRV5+F8 San Simeon, CAEarn Your StripesJRRC+GQ San Simeon, CAPreserve Your Inner PeaceGVXX+GQ Cambria, CAHorsing AroundHWF5+J6 Cambria, CAThe House That Olallieberries BuiltHW89+35 Cambria, CAPicture PerfectG3X7+9W Cambria, […]
[…]of the Central Coast lies just north of Cambria and San Simeon on the beach at the Elephant Seal Rookery. Witness the lives of hundreds of Northern Elephant Seals as they migrate, mate, pup and molt, just steps from the viewing area. Fiscalini Ranch Preserve & Stewardship Travel For GoodStewardship […]
[…]seals line the beaches at the Piedras Blancas […]
[…]you will find plenty to do in San Simeon. Apart from Hearst Castle, there is also an elephant seal rookery and state beach nearby. Guests who want to do some coastal wine tasting will find options nearby. Or travel scenic Highway 46 to the acclaimed Paso Robles wine region. If […]
[…]the Central Coast town of San Simeon, home to Hearst Castle and the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery. Just south along Highway 1 is the nearby town of Cambria, a noted artist enclave. The town is full of galleries, boutique shops and eclectic restaurants. Head north of Highway 1 to […]
[…]at Hearst Ranch Winery tasting room. Venturing north, don’t miss the famous Elephant Seal Rookery for close-up views of magnificent marine mammals. Or try a tour of the historic Piedras Blancas Light Station, built in 1875 to protect sea vessels from nearby “white rocks.” Thrill-Seeker Central: Oso Flaco Lake and […]
[…]A national marine sanctuary and a national estuary. Thirteen state parks. An elephant seal rookery and Monarch butterfly preserves. A Scenic Byway designation from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Two historic lighthouses and five historic piers. The only drivable beach in California. Centuries-old forests. Hundreds of acres of coastal vineyards. […]
[…]drive will take you to world famous Hearst Castle, at San Simeon, and the elephant seal rookery at Piedras Blancas. The charming city of San Luis Obispo is only twenty minutes away. You can tour the Mission, check out the Thursday night Farmer’s Market, or perhaps take in a world-class […]
[…]the 1920s and 30s. Along the coast you will also have the opportunity to stop at the elephant seal rookery and view these magnificent and oversized marine mammals hanging out on the shore. The great wildlife viewing continues in Cambria with the tide pools along Moonstone Beach. Layout The Garden […]
[…]Ranch Preserve down to the ocean. The Inn is close to Moonstone Beach Park, Elephant Seal Rookery, Hearst San Simeon State Park, the legendary Hearst Castle, and Piedras Blancas Light Station. You will find numerous restaurants and vineyards within walking distance or a short drive. Rooms There are a variety […]
