Monument

Cabrillo National Monument

San Diego · California

Overview

About Cabrillo National Monument.

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.

BikingRoad BikingHikingLiving HistoryReenactmentsHistoric Weapons DemonstrationFirst Person InterpretationJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum Exhibits

Weather

Check the current weather from the National Weather Service at https://www.weather.gov/. San Diego's climate is characterized by warm, dry summers and mild winters, with most of the annual precipitation falling between December and March. The city has a mild climate year-round, with an average of 201 days above 70 °F (21 °C) and low rainfall (9–13 inches [230–330 mm] annually).

Key Facts

TypeMonument

DesignationNational Monument

Official Website

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle$20.00

Admits one single, private, non-commercial vehicle and all its passengers.

Entrance - Motorcycle$15.00

Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

Entrance - Per Person$10.00

Admits one individual when entering by foot or bicycle. Groups of up to 4 people walking in or on bicycles are capped at $20 total. Individuals 15 years old and younger are admitted free of charge.

Commercial Entrance - Sedan$30.00

1 to 6 / ($30)

Commercial Entrance - Van$45.00

7 to 25 / ($45)

Gallery

Photos of Cabrillo National Monument.

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Things to do

Discover Cabrillo National Monument.

A dirt path snakes along a hillside in front of blue water.

Bayside Trail

1-2 Hours

Learn about what you can see and do while hiking the Bayside Trail at Cabrillo National Monument.

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A long downward set of steps along a dirt path going towards the ocean.

Coastal Trail

30-60 Minutes

Learn about hiking the Coastal Trail at Cabrillo National Monument!

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Earn Your Cabrillo Junior Ranger Badge

30-90 Minutes

How to earn your Cabrillo National Monument Junior Ranger badge

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A windy dirt path on a hillside overlooking the ocean.

Oceanside Trail

45-60 Minutes

The Oceanside Trail significantly increases recreational opportunities by providing an entirely new trail that increases the park’s trail network by over 20% while also offering a car-free mode of access to the tidepool area.

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