Where to see Sea Lion in California

We found 37 places featuring Sea Lion in California. Plan your next visit below.

Historic District1 sightings50 species

California, US

Crystal Cove Historic District

Beach and Coastal Views

You might spot Sunburst Anemone, Ochre Sea Star, and Striped Shore Crab.

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State Park50 species

California, US

Point Dume State Beach

Bird Watching and Coastal Bluff

You might spot Sunburst Anemone, Western Gull, and Giant Coreopsis.

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Historic District6 sightings50 species

California, US

Theater District

Architecture and Broadway Shows

You might spot Western Gull, Sea Lion, and Great Blue Heron.

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Aquarium15 species

California, US

SeaWorld San Diego

Animal Shows and Aquarium

You might spot Orca, Bottlenose Dolphin, and Beluga Whale.

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Zoo14 species

California, US

Fresno Chaffee Zoo

African Animals and Animal Encounters

You might spot African Elephant, Reticulated Giraffe, and African Lion.

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Aquarium1 sightings13 species

California, US

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Aquarium and Conservation

You might spot Sea Otter, Octopus, and Northern Sea Nettle.

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Zoo1 sightings13 species

California, US

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Aquarium and California Coast

You might spot Sea Otter, Bull Kelp, and Box Jellyfish.

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Zoo1 sightings13 species

California, US

Santa Barbara Zoo

California Condors and Conservation

You might spot Giraffes, African Lion, and Gorilla.

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Zoo13 species

California, US

SeaWorld San Diego

Animal Encounters and Aquarium

You might spot Orca, Bottlenose Dolphin, and Sea Lion.

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Nature Reserve1 sightings12 species

California, US

Andree Clark Bird Refuge

Accessible and Bird Watching

You might spot Brown Pelican, Black-Crowned Night Heron, and Western Gull.

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Historic District12 species

California, US

Aquatic Park Historic District

Beach Access and Family Friendly

You might spot Western Gull, Sea Lion, and Great Blue Heron.

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Botanical Garden12 species

California, US

Arboretum at the University of California, Santa Cruz

Arboretum and Bird Watching

You might spot Slender Banana Slug, Western Gull, and Red-Tailed Hawk.

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Aquarium3 sightings12 species

California, US

Birch Aquarium

Aquarium and Conservation

You might spot Penguin, Leopard Shark, and Weedy Seadragon.

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Historic District1 sightings12 species

California, US

Bush Street–Cottage Row Historic District

Architectural Heritage and Historic District

You might spot Western Gull, Great Blue Heron, and Anna's Hummingbird.

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Historic Site1 sightings12 species

California, US

Fort MacArthur

Coastal Defense and Cold War History

You might spot Sunburst Anemone and Striped Shore Crab.

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Zoo1 sightings12 species

California, US

Heal the Bay Aquarium

Aquaculture. and Aquarium

You might spot Pacific Hairy Hermit Crab, Sea Urchin, and Sea Cucumber.

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Historic District8 sightings12 species

California, US

Leather and LGBTQ Cultural District

Community Landmarks and Cultural District

You might spot Sea Lion, Western Gull, and Anna's Hummingbird.

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Historic Site1 sightings12 species

California, US

Mission Santa Cruz

Accessible and California Missions

You might spot Slender Banana Slug, Western Gull, and Ochre Sea Star.

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Historic District1 sightings12 species

California, US

Mount Ecclesia

Architectural Gem and Historic Landmark

You might spot Brown Pelican, Western Gull, and Sea Lion.

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Naval Air Station North Island place preview

Historic Site2 sightings12 species

California, US

Naval Air Station North Island

Aviation and Coastal Views

You might spot Western Gull, Western Fence Lizard, and Brown Pelican.

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Historic District1 sightings12 species

California, US

Naval Training Center San Diego

Arts District and Cultural Hub

You might spot Western Gull, Snowy Egret, and Great Blue Heron.

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Historic District2 sightings12 species

California, US

Palace of Fine Arts

Accessible and Architectural

You might spot Western Gull, Great Blue Heron, and Anna's Hummingbird.

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Historic District2 sightings12 species

California, US

Point San Luis Light

California Central Coast. and Coastal Views

You might spot Onion-Leafed Asphodel, Bermuda Buttercup, and Coyote Brush.

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Historic District8 sightings12 species

California, US

Russian Hill-Paris Block Architectural District

Architectural History and Cultural Heritage.

You might spot Western Gull, Sea Lion, and Great Blue Heron.

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Historic District8 sightings12 species

California, US

Russian Hill-Vallejo Street Crest Historic District

Architecture and Gardens

You might spot Western Gull, Sea Lion, and Great Blue Heron.

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Zoo12 species

California, US

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Animal Encounters and Family Friendly

You might spot Bottlenose Dolphin, Great White Shark, and Tiger.

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Zoo3 sightings11 species

California, US

Birch Aquarium

Aquarium and Conservation

You might spot Penguin, Leafy Seadragon, and Weedy Seadragon.

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Zoo2 sightings10 species

California, US

Aquarium of the Bay

Aquarium and California

You might spot North American River Otter, Leopard Shark, and Bat Ray.

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Zoo1 sightings10 species

California, US

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

Accessible and Conservation

You might spot Sea Star, Leopard Shark, and Swellshark.

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State Park2 sightings10 species

California, US

Sunset State Beach

Accessible and Beachcombing

You might spot Long-Billed Curlew, Snowy Plover, and Sanderling.

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Zoo2 sightings10 species

California, US

Woodward's Gardens

19th Century and Amusement Park

You might spot Grizzly Bear, Ostrich, and Camel.

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Aquarium5 sightings9 species

California, US

Aquarium of the Bay

Aquarium and Conservation

You might spot North American River Otter, Leopard Shark, and Bat Ray.

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Zoo8 species

California, US

Marineland of the Pacific

Animal Shows and California History

You might spot Corkystem Passionvine and Blister Glassy-Bubble.

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Zoo8 species

California, US

The Marine Mammal Center

Marin Headlands and Marine Mammal Rescue

You might spot Sea Lion, Northern Elephant Seal, and Harbor Seal.

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Aquarium7 species

California, US

Marineland of the Pacific

Animal Shows and California History

You might spot Corkystem Passionvine and Blister Glassy-Bubble.

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Park7 species

California, US

Mission Bay Park

Water Sports, Birdwatching, Family Friendly, Beaches, Cycling, Nature Trails, Wildlife Viewing, Picnic Areas

You might spot Western Gull, Snowy Egret, and Black Skimmer.

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State Park6 species

California, US

Coast Dairies State Park

Hiking, Mountain Biking, Coastal Views, Wildlife Viewing, Dog Friendly (partial), Nature Photography, Redwood Forest, Accessible Trails, California Native Plants

You might spot Ochre Sea Star, Giant Green Anemone, and Sunburst Anemone.

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Jun 5, 2026

Aquarium of the Bay

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Jun 7, 2026

Bush Street–Cottage Row Historic District

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Jun 7, 2026

Leather and LGBTQ Cultural District

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