Unveil the Beauty of Cabrillo National Monument and Bayside Trail

Immerse yourself in a historic coastal adventure with stunning vistas, vibrant wildlife, and captivating wildflowers at Cabrillo National Monument

Last updated: May 2024

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Embark on a memorable journey through the captivating Cabrillo National Monument and its picturesque Bayside Trail. Begin with the monument's iconic statue commemorating Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo's landing, explore 20th-century coastal artillery batteries, and venture into the diverse flora and fauna along the easy 2.4-mile trail. Enjoy bird watching, beach access, and views of San Diego Bay as you hike through this unique coastal gem. The serene atmosphere and natural beauty create an unforgettable experience for all ages.

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Itinerary

Arrive at Cabrillo National Monument
Explore the historic site
Hike the Bayside Trail
Enjoy wildlife and bird watching
Relax at the beach
Return to the parking area

Location & Hours

1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106

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Working Hours

Mon9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tue9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wed9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thu9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Fri9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sat9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sun9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Packing List

Comfortable clothing
Hiking shoes
Sunscreen
Hat
Sunglasses
Water bottle
Camera
Snacks

4.8 ● Google reviews

The place is so quiet ,relaxing and peaceful to recharge yourself from the hustle bustle of the city. The light house is beautiful, the landscapes around was really amazing...toilets were clean and they have a good engineering plans for that place. Parking area were perfect. PWD can access and the museum was awesome. The view is breathtaking! I love that place.

Cabrillo National Monument is just one over look. Beautiful views. Walking trails to Lighthouse and cliffs on Pacific side. There is a national park gift shop, information. Center and historic museum and movies. It’s a must go see!

It's a well-maintained national monument with an old lighthouse that you can explore and learn about. There are stunning views of Coronado and the San Diego Bay. At low tide, there are tidepools along the sea cliffs. There are hiking trails all over the place, and you can see some WWII-era bunkers. If you're lucky, one will be opened and volunteers will be there to tell you all about these bunkers. The visitors center is nice and has a large gift shop. There are educational documentaries that are shown daily.

Absolutely gorgeous! I wish we’d had more time to explore, but with the limited time we had we made the most of it. My only gripe is the bottle fill station was out of order which is a big deal when you’re trying not to get dehydrated out in the sun and heat. The water fountain did work, but is not easy to fill a bottle with.

Stunning location with breathtaking ocean scenery and Mexico is visible on a clear day. Felt like I was on a golf course in Wii Sports! 😂 Free admission if you get here by the 84 bus. Visitor center contains informative displays.

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