Shelter Cove - Seal Rock Park
Lower Pacific DriveShelter Cove, California 95589
Southwest Humboldt
Seal Rock in Shelter Cove is a nice stopping point for a picnic, reading or just relaxing. Be mesmerized by the views of the beautiful coastline from the picnic tables or enjoy some of the open areas as the waves crash on the rocks around you.
How to get there:
As you're coming into Shelter Cove via Shelter Cove Road, take Machi Road to the left. This will lead you down to the coast. Drive past Mal Coombs Park which will be on your left and Seal Rock will be on your left in a residential neighborhood not much further.
More info:
California gray whales can be spotted from Seal Rock during the migrating season. Look for them to pass within 100 yards of shore as they migrate; especially during January and February.
Other things to do in the area:
Walk on the beach and look for whales at Mal Coombs Park; the home of the Cape Mendocino Lighthouse. Play a few holes on Shelter Cove's unique Golf Course and don't miss an opportunity to walk the beautiful coastline at Black Sands Beach.
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