Know before you go
A little care.
A better day out.
Public access
Check lighthouse access, stairs, weather and road notices with NPS. Watch from designated overlooks; strong winds and fog can change plans.
Keep the coast wild
Stay on signed public access. Check current closures and swell, keep back from bluff edges, and give wildlife space.
Planning to bring a dog? Check the land manager’s current pet rules for this exact route and beach.
Winter–spring · gray-whale migration
A coastal lookout, not a guaranteed encounter. Spring and summer also bring nesting seabirds in the lighthouse area.
Seasonal viewing guide ↗Typical timing, not a promised sighting.