Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
$100.0026 or more / ($100)
CA
Cabrillo National Monument
Hours
Open daily · 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance Fee
$20.00
Entrance - Private Vehicle
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Cabrillo at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–1 day
- Don't miss
- Oceanside Trail
- Nearby city
- San Diego, CA
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About Cabrillo National Monument
In 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo climbed out of his boat and onto shore, becoming the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. Cabrillo National Monument not only tells the story of this 16th-century exploration but also houses a wealth of cultural and natural resources. Join us and embark on your own Voyage of Exploration.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Cabrillo National Monument. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Cabrillo National Monument page on nps.gov
Weather Information
Check the from the National Weather Service at San Diego's climate is characterized by warm, dry summers and mild winters, with most of the annual precipitation falling between December and March. The city has a mild climate year-round, with an average of 201 days above 70 °F (21 °C) and low rainfall (9–13 inches [230–330 mm] annually).
Entrance Fees
Commercial Entrance - Van
$45.007 to 25 / ($45)
Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
$45.007 to 25 / ($45)
Commercial Entrance - Sedan
$30.001 to 6 / ($30)
Entrance - Private Vehicle
$20.00Admits one single, private, non-commercial vehicle and all its passengers.
Entrance - Non-commercial Groups
$20.00Organized Non-Commercial Groups include church groups, college/school groups, scouts, service organizations, military, etc. Vehicles with a capacity of 16 or less are charged the $20.00 vehicle permit fee. Vehicles with 17 or more seats will instead be charged the $10 per person individual rate for any passengers that are not free. The total fee charged for an Organized Non-Commercial Group will not exceed $100 per vehicle.
Entrance - Motorcycle
$15.00Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
Entrance - Per Person
$10.00Admits one individual when entering by foot or bicycle. Groups of up to 4 people walking in or on bicycles are capped at $20 total. Individuals 15 years old and younger are admitted free of charge.
Operating Hours
Cabriilo National Monument
The park is open 365 days a year including holidays from 9 am until 5 pm. The Bayside Trail and the Oceanside Trail close at 4pm. The tidepools and the Coastal Trail close at 4:30pm.
- Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Common questions
Planning Cabrillo National Monument
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Cabrillo. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
