Best Places for Whale Watching

best places for Whale

Watching! by Alicia Hawkins

Looking for a fun outdoor activity for the family? Give whale watching a try! Thanks to an abundance of krill and nutrient-rich water, the California central coast is a major “highway” for many whales completing their migration year round. Since whales can be seen as close as two miles from the shore, the central coast makes a great place to spot grey whales, humpback whales, blue whales, and more!

You and your family can check out your favorite species by land or sea; board a whale watching cruise (if available) or take a drive to your favorite spot along the coast. Areas such as the bluffs in Montana de Oro State Park, Point Lobos in Carmel, and Big Sur are great spots to make a sighting by land. So pack up those binoculars, slap on some sunscreen, and enjoy some of the beauty the California coast has to offer!