Cabrillo National Monument
Low Tide at the Tidepools
In 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo climbed out of his boat and onto shore, becoming the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. Cabrillo National Monument not only tells the story of this 16th-century exploration but also houses a wealth of cultural and natural resources. Join us and embark on your own Voyage of Exploration.
Map showing location of park.
Photo by NPS Photo / Dan Zeller
Photo by NPS Photo / Mike Nelson
Photo by NPS Photo / Mike Nelson
Photo by NPS Photo / Mike Nelson
Photo by NPS Photo / Mike Nelson
Photo by NPS Photo / Bill Griswold