Tidepools at Cabrillo

National Monument

Cabrillo National Monument

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Climbing out of his boat and onto shore in 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo stepped into history as the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. In addition to telling the story of 16th century exploration, the park is home to a wealth of cultural and natural resources. Join us and embark on your own Voyage of Exploration.

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Operating Hours

The park is open 365 days a year including holidays from 9 am until 5 pm. The Bayside Trail closes at 4pm and the tidepools close at 4:30pm.

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

Weather info

Check the current weather from the National Weather Service at https://www.weather.gov/. San Diego's climate is characterized by warm, dry summers and mild winters, with most of the annual precipitation falling between December and March. The city has a mild climate year-round, with an average of 201 days above 70 °F (21 °C) and low rainfall (9–13 inches [230–330 mm] annually).

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