Cabrillo National Monument (U.S. National Park Service)

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Free Day - November 11, 2009

Visitors are invited to enjoy their National Parks, including Cabrillo NM, free of charge on Veteran's Day, Nov. 11, 2009, as a way to remember the sacrifices of our country’s service men and women.

A Voyage of Discovery at Cabrillo National Monument

Climbing out of his boat and onto shore in 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo stepped into history as the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. In addition to telling the story of 16th century exploration, the park is home to a wealth of cultural and natural resources. Join us and embark on your own Voyage of Discovery.

Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo

Crossbowman, wealthy landowner, shipbuilder, explorer. Learn more about Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo and his Voyage of Discovery.
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Old Point Loma Lighthouse

The Old Point Loma Lighthouse has been safely guiding mariners into the harbor of San Diego since 1855. Come see what life was like out on this once-lonely outpost.
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		Natural Resources Cabrillo National Monument is rich in natural resources, both on land and in the water. Learn more about the plants and animals found here that have adapted and thrive in this sometimes harsh environment. more...

		Military History Point Loma played an important part in this country's military history. Today, see remnants of the coastal defense systems that are preserved within Cabrillo National Monument. more...

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Cabrillo National Monument
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive
San Diego, CA 92106-3601

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Phone

Main Park Phone Number
(619) 557-5450

Fax

(619) 226-6311

Climate

The San Diego coastline generally offers a sunny and mild climate year-round. The ocean, however, can have a strong influence on weather conditions. Visitors should be prepared for cool and windy conditions, even if it is hot and dry further inland. A gray marine layer can develop near the coast at any time of year, but this phenomenon is most common in the late spring and early summer. Locals call these times "May Gray" and "June Gloom."