MAY 2026
Haliotis
A stunning story of conservationDiscover how abalone monitoring and restoration efforts throughout the California coast are bringing a species back from the brink. 
Community Engagement Intern
Cabrillo National Monument is hiringLearn more about this paid, 27-week internship through our park's partnership with Environment for the Americas. 
Natural Resource Management Asst.
Cabrillo National Monument is hiringLearn more about this paid, 12-week internship through our park's partnership with the Scientists-In-Parks (SIP) Program. December 2025
A Delicate and Diverse Ecosystem
Protecting the TidepoolsWith your help, current and future visitors will enjoy the beautiful and healthy tidepools at Cabrillo National Monument. 
Plan Like a Park Ranger
Top 10 Tidepool TipsHave the best experience when you go tidepooling at Cabrillo National Monument. SEPTEMBER 2025
Find 30 Species Challenge
CA Biodiversity Day 2025Photograph at least 30 wild animals, plants, or fungi from anywhere in California between Sept. 6 - 14th, then submit them to iNaturalist! 
Explore the Field Guides
Observe and Identify Local SpeciesCabrillo National Monument's field guides are free to download, so you can name what you see under water, on ground, or up in the air. MAY 2025
Community Volunteer Ambassador
Cabrillo National Monument is HiringAPPLY HERE! Preference given to applicants that submit application by June 13, 2025 
Protect, Restore, and Educate
Join our Tidepool Volunteers!Our volunteers come from all backgrounds and experience levels, to preserve and protect the rocky intertidal zone. Learn how to join! 
Conservation At Home
Help Birds Where You LiveSince 1970, North America has lost an estimated 2.9 billion birds. Simple actions you take at home can make a big difference. 
Protecting Migratory Birds
Part Of An International NetworkThe NPS works across international boundaries to conduct research and monitor birds...and help train future conservationists! APRIL 2025
24-hour Bioblitz at the Park
City Nature ChallengeRSVP here! On Saturday, April 26th, spend the day documenting incredible biodiversity at Cabrillo National Monument's BioBlitz 2025. 
iNaturalist Project- BioBlitz 2025
Join our iNaturalist Project!Check out the observations gathered so far by our park's community scientists on iNaturalist! MARCH 2025
Innovative System Measures Fog
Science in National ParksAt Cabrillo National Monument, new technology uncovers the park’s fog patterns and shows the best places to restore damaged habitat. 
Microplastics on National Park Beach
Learn Why Reducing Litter MattersMicroplastic distribution on national park beaches indicates that whichever one you visit, there is more pollution than you can see. JANUARY 2025
Activities and Event Schedule
Whale Watch Weekend 2025On January 11 & 12, 2025, visit Cabrillo National Monument for Whale Watch Weekend! 
Plan like a Park Ranger
Whale Watching at CabrilloEach winter, the Pacific gray whales pass by the western overlooks of Cabrillo National Monument. Learn more about whale watching! DECEMBER 2024
Protect, Restore, and Educate
Join our Tidepool Volunteers!Our volunteers come from all backgrounds and experience levels, to preserve and protect the rocky intertidal zone. Learn how to join! 
Habitat Restoration
Weed Warriors (Open Drop-In Sessions)Learn more and RSVP for this weekly habitat restoration event, where members of the public join the park's Weed Warriors team. 
Cabrillo National Monument
Crossing America (Full Episode)In this episode of Crossing America Season 4, explore the hidden natural wonders and conservation challenges of Cabrillo National Monument. NOVEMBER 2024
A Delicate and Diverse Ecosystem
Protecting the TidepoolsWith your help, current and future visitors will enjoy the beautiful and healthy tidepools at Cabrillo National Monument.
Plan Like a Park Ranger
Top 10 Tidepool TipsHave the best experience when you go tidepooling at Cabrillo National Monument. JULY 2024
Celebrate the ADA's Anniversary!
Accessibility at CabrilloExplore the options for easy access, so that everyone can enjoy their visit to our park. 
THE LIGHTHOUSES OF POINT LOMA
Lighthouses of CabrilloLighthouse keepers & their families worked hard to maintain a "normal" life, but that was different in the 1880's, so how did they do it? September 2022
Beat the heat in San Diego
Excessive Heat Warning:San Diego CountyWith the heat, take care of yourself and your pets. Dogs are only allowed in a small area of the park and cannot be left in hot cars. 
Many parks discuss labor history
Labor History National ParksAs you celebrate Labor Day, remember the workers who fought for our rights and learn more about parks with labor history. 
Kids and Youth
Junior Scientists DaysJoin scientists from around the county for hands-on STEM activities and scientific talks & walks during Junior Scientist Days! 
Be a Community Scientist!
Ecologik and Junior Scientist DaysAnyone can be a community scientist! Join us for our Junior Scientist Days and our annual Ecologik events. 
Totally Tidal Information
NPS Fashion Week Magazine CoverLooking forward to the upcoming tidepool season? Everything you need to know is here! August 2022
Naturally Speaking Series
You Are a ScientistVegetation Technician Patricia Simpson discusses scientific discoveries made by the community in the next Naturally Speaking science talk. 
Extended Summer Weekend Hours
Cabrillo Open Until SunsetCabrillo National Monument Open Until Sunset During Summer Weekends July 2022
The Lighthouses of Point Loma
The Lighthouses of CabrilloLighthouse keepers & their families worked hard to maintain a "normal" life, but that was different in the 1880's, so how did they do it?
Extended Summer Weekend Hours
Cabrillo Open Until SunsetCabrillo National Monument Open Until Sunset During Summer Weekends June 2022
Learn More About Juneteenth
Juneteenth is now a federal holidayOne year ago, Juneteenth was established as a federal holiday although it has been celebrated by Black Americans for over 150 years. 
WORK WITH US
Community Volunteer AmbassadorAre you or someone you know passionate about volunteerism and community engagement? Community Volunteer Ambassador (CVA) positions are open. MAY 2022
City Nature Challenge
24 hour BioblitzA BioBlitz is a concentrated effort to discover and document as many species of plants, animals, and other organisms in a certain period. 
Extended Weekend Hours During Summer
Cabrillo Open Until SunsetCabrillo National Monument Open Until Sunset During Summer Weekends 
We are hiring!
Resources Program Manager on USAJOBSWe are hiring a new Program Manager for Resources Management and Science. Opens Tuesday 5/31 view the application on USAJOBS.gov 
Volunteer in Parks
California Invasive Species Action WeekCelebrate California Invasive Species Action Week by joining our Weed Warriors program to pull invasive plants in the park. |
Last updated: August 25, 2026