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Apr 11, 2024 · Visit the park where Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo landed in 1542 and became the first European to set foot on the West Coast of the U.S. Learn about his voyage, see the lighthouse, and enjoy the tidepools and wildlife.
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The America the Beautiful – The National Parks and Federal...
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This is a time lapse video on January 31, 2022 at Cabrillo...
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"Can we visit the tower of the Lighthouse" is a frequently...
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Plan Your Visit. Colorful sea stars can be found in the...
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Cabrillo National Monument is a smoke-free park. All areas...
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Cabrillo National Monument is a smoke-free and trash-free...
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Find out more about the 16th century explorer that the park...
- The Lighthouses of Cabrillo
San Diego, at the southwest boundary of the U.S., was an...
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Cabrillo National Monument (Spanish: Monumento nacional Cabrillo) is at the southern tip of the Point Loma Peninsula in San Diego, California, United States. It commemorates the landing of Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo at San Diego Bay on September 28, 1542.
- US Lighthouse Board; National Park Service
- 143.9 acres (58.2 ha)
- Late 19th And 20th Century Revivals
- 1949
4,893 reviews. #12 of 736 things to do in San Diego. Historic SitesNational ParksMonuments & Statues. Open now. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. Stately monument honoring Cabrillo, discoverer of San Diego Bay, is located in Point Loma that overlooks the city and the Bay. Duration: 2-3 hours.
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Visit the park to learn about the voyage of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, the first European to chart the West Coast of the US. Enjoy panoramic views, hiking trails, tidepools, lighthouse, military history and whale watching.
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Nov 13, 2023 · Learn about the first European expedition to land on the west coast of the US at Cabrillo National Monument, and enjoy panoramic views of San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Explore the statue of Cabrillo, the lighthouse, the visitor center, and the tidepools at this iconic attraction.