Seal Adventures at Ano Nuevo State Park - February 1, 2026
Thousands of visitors come to Ano Nuevo at this time of the year to watch these incredible animals, as two-ton male elephant seals battle for access to females, and pregnant females give birth to their pups. Normally, time viewing the seals is more tightly limited to accommodate the large crowds of people.
Your four-mile roundtrip begins with a walk over bluff trails and rolling sand dunes to the elephant seal viewing area. (An equal-access van and boardwalk, to a primary viewing area, will accommodate people who require assistance.) On the way you will see views of the ocean and Ano Nuevo Island, observe the birds and other wildlife, and hear the guttural sound of the bull elephant seals in the distance. Arriving at the viewing area, be prepared for a memorable experience as you survey the beach crowded with hundreds of elephant seals-the males sparring among themselves, females giving birth and nursing their newly born pups, and seals mating before the pups are weaned.
Volunteer naturalists and park staff will be there to answer questions about the seals and the park. They will direct you to the best viewing areas and ensure the safety of both you and the seals. Before and after your time with the seals, you may want to explore historic ranch buildings dating back to the 19th century, visit the Ano Nuevo Park Store and Marine Education Center, and enjoy free refreshments in the old Horse Barn that now serves as a classroom and meeting area.
Price: General Admission: USD 89.00
Category: Community | Education
Date and Time: Sunday February 1, 2026 at 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Venue details: Ano Nuevo State Park, 1 New Years Creek Road, Pescadero, California, 94060, United States
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3393159-0
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