La Jolla Cove Seals

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(13.8K) · Beach in La Jolla, United States
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Mar 29, 2025
Spectacular! We walked the vigorous hike from La Jolla Shores Park to La Jolla Cove on the street and then along the steep hills by the ocean. Sea lions, brown pelicans and other marine life along t…Full review by 846jonip
Mar 21, 2025
This is a must do/visit for individuals/couples/families!!! You will not be disappointed especially if seals/sea lions are present. Also accessible to wheelchairs/mobility scooters.Full review by Vincent F
Mar 21, 2025
We enjoyed spending about 30 minutes walking around the cove admiring the sea lions and seals and the beautiful sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. It was busy, but we had no trouble finding parking…Full review by 907blaked

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Are small dogs allowed on beach?
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I saw dogs there but idk if there was any signage specifically saying yay or nay.
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Where can you park
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Busy there we took uber
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Is there a time of day that you're more likely to see seals and sea lions? Or do they hang out pretty much all day?
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We saw them in the morning before noon. Lots of them on the beach. Not very active but I don’t think they are very active Lol. This was in February and there were a lot of babies too
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Is the water warm enough to swim without wetsuits in July?
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I have gone in the water (mostly body surfing near shore) in January and July and don't notice much difference. Cold. My son always uses a wetsuit, even in July. My daughter says …
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I have gone in the water (mostly body surfing near shore) in January and July and don't notice much difference. Cold. My son always uses a wetsuit, even in July. My daughter says she'll stick to swimming in the Gulf of Mexico, or maybe the Atlantic off Florida. In July, San Diego will be warm but nice in July. Great place.
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