Ano Nuevo State Reserve - San Mateo County, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member DougK
N 37° 07.480 W 122° 18.499
10S E 561443 N 4108926
Ano Nuevo State Reserve is located on the Pacific Coast, 55 miles south of San Francisco. It is the site of the largest mainland breeding colony in the world for the northern elephant seal.
Waymark Code: WMF7YM
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 09/07/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Volcanoguy
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Ano Nuevo State Reserve is a U.S. National Natural Landmarks. La Punta de Ano Nuevo was named by the Spanish explorer Sebastian Vizcaino on January 3, 1603. This is one of the oldest place names in California.

The primary attraction is the breeding of elephant seals from December to March. During spring and summer, elephant seals visit the reserve to molt. In April and May, one finds females and juvenile seals. In June and July, one finds sub-adult males and in July to August, you will find adult males. Females weigh in around 1500 pounds, while adult males weigh in around 4500 pounds.

Park Type: Day Use

Activities:
hiking elephant seal viewing bird watching photography

Background:
This park is a major gathering area for northern elephant seals, which may be seen year-round. The males battle for mates on the beaches. The females give birth to their young on the dunes. During the breeding season, December 15 through March 31, daily access to the park is available only via guided walks. Advance reservations are recommended for walks.

Date Established?: 1958

Link to Park: [Web Link]

Park Fees: Not listed

Additional Entrance Points: Not Listed
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