Take in ocean views, spot elephant seals, and check out an historical lighthouse at Piedras Blancas. Use the signs along the viewing areas to guide yourself or take a guided tour that provides information about the lighthouse's history, fishing and wildlife in the area, and the scenery. A boardwalk provides easy access from the large parking lot to areas for viewing elephant-seals and other wildlife. Reserve your place in advance if you want to take the tour, and be prepared for windy weather. Make Piedras Blancas a part of your San Simeon vacation plans using our San Simeon trip tool.
Piedras Blancas reviews
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Thinking I might need binoculars and luck, I was happily surprised hundreds of full grown elephant seals, birthing, resting, nursing, flipping sand, fighting, mating, right there on the beach below...
Thinking I might need binoculars and luck, I was happily surprised hundreds of full grown elephant seals, birthing, resting, nursing, flipping sand, fighting, mating, right there on the beach below... more »
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We stopped here on the way to our motel in San Simeon and saw a small group of molting elephant seals. It was a welcome rest and an interesting and unusual sight. But honestly, unless you live...
We stopped here on the way to our motel in San Simeon and saw a small group of molting elephant seals. It was a welcome rest and an interesting and unusual sight. But honestly, unless you live... more »
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If seals are what you’re looking for, this is the place for you: seals for as long a the eye can see (and then some, be careful where you step!) and boy! are these things humongous, let me tell you
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Oh my God, words do not describe the beauty, and majestic nature of this beach and the elephant seals. Incredible creatures, much bigger than I ever expected. Lots of action always going on with these creatures. And the drive to get here is incredibly scenic, jaw dropping, worth it. You won't see anything like it.
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