286: Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery - Best Wildlife Viewing on Highway 1 (Central Coast)

This week I’m exploring a rugged stretch of California coastline, where waves crash against rocky shores and a unique spectacle of wildlife unfolds throughout the year. Welcome to the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery in San Simeon, California. Here you’ll find an unforgettable experience where Highway 1 road-trippers can witness the awe-inspiring life cycle of northern elephant seals. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, a nature photographer, a curious traveler, or simply in search of a new weekend adventure, this rookery offers a front-row seat to nature at its most raw and fascinating. Join me today as we dive into everything you need to know as you plan your adventure to this unique central coast highlight.

📍 The Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery is located along California's iconic Highway 1 near the Piedras Blancas Light Station, just a few miles north of San Simeon and the turnoff for Hearst Castle. With its easy access and free parking, this site is one of the most accessible places in the world to observe elephant seals in their natural habitat. Multiple well-maintained boardwalks and viewing platforms ensure that visitors can enjoy the sights while respecting the seals' space.

👉 For more info on this family-friendly spot along Highway 1, check out my First-Timer's Guide to Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery at: https://www.flyingdawnmarie.com/new-b...

🙋‍♀️ ABOUT FLYING DAWN MARIE: Dawn is a travel and lifestyle blogger based out of Southern California. With in-depth articles, travel guides, and reviews on hotels & products, she seeks to share her journeys to help you plan for your own. Dawn's adventures take her all over California, the western United States, and around the globe...and every Monday she posts a new comprehensive blog post on https://www.FlyingDawnMarie.com and a supporting YouTube video on her channel ‪@flyingdawnmarie‬

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