Coastal Trail Southern Clearing View

An ADA accessible pullout overlooks the Pacific Ocean.

NPS Photo/M.O'Barr

Quick Facts

Location:

32°40.123’, 117°14.668’

Amenities

2 listed

Scenic View/Photo Spot, Wheelchair Accessible

This accessible location offers views of many of our parks’ attractions such as the Rocky Intertidal Zone, the coast of the Pacific Ocean, and many of the local birds flying overhead. This is a great spot to take in the view of our incredible resources. Visitors are invited to sit and take advantage of the seating opportunity before the paved portion of the trail ends.  

If you are visiting the park during the winter months (or December-March), you may be lucky enough to spot the Gray whale migration. Whales can be identified by their waterspouts that spray above the ocean surface. These Pacific Gray Whales are on their journey from Alaska to the sheltered lagoons of Baja California to mate and give birth to the newest generation. 

On the hillside up above, you can see an overlook. This area can be identified by the large, shade coverings. It is the best location for spotting whales during their migration! 

Did You Know? 

• Whales migrate from the seas near Alaska to Baja California, Mexico each year to mate and give birth! 
• Adult whales grow to 40-50ft or 12-16m in length and can weigh 30-40 tons.
   

Learn more 

https://www.nps.gov/cabr/blogs/whales-on-the-horizon.htm 

https://www.nps.gov/cabr/blogs/gentle-and-strong-the-pacific-gray-whale.htm 

https://www.nps.gov/cabr/blogs/the-whale-diaries.htm 

Access 

Wheelchair accessible.