San Diego - Point Loma
Point Loma provides an incredible view out over San Diego and the Pacific Ocean. This is the place where Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo first landed on the west coast of the United States in 1542. The history of his incredible "Voyage of Discovery" is told through a variety of displays and exhibits at the Cabrillo National Monument. A large statue dedicated to Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo gazes out over the land he discovered.
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Also located on Point Loma is the Old Point Loma Lighthouse. The lighthouse was built in 1858 and was a beacon of a safe harbour for 36 years before a second lighthouse was built closer to the water. Today visitors can tour the refurbished lighthouse building to find out more about its history and the ships it used to service.
Access to Point Loma is along a very scenic roadway and two bus routes service the attraction. A parking lot is available for those bringing their own cars.
On Point Loma peninsula there is also a station for naval exercises, as well as one of the country's largest naval cemeteries (Rosecrans National Cemetery).
Access to Point Loma is along a very scenic roadway and two bus routes service the attraction. A parking lot is available for those bringing their own cars.
On Point Loma peninsula there is also a station for naval exercises, as well as one of the country's largest naval cemeteries (Rosecrans National Cemetery).
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Marine Corps Recruit Depot Command Museum
The MCRD Command Museum in San Diego has an extensive collection in 15 galleries highlighting the development of the Marine Corps since 1846. Exhibits include medals and decorations, Navajo Code Talker displays, weapons, and the Hall of Heroes.
Marine Corps Recruit Depot
Box 400085
San Diego, CA 92140-5007
United States
Box 400085
San Diego, CA 92140-5007
United States
Phone 1 (619) 524-5374
Fax 1 (619) 524-0076
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:30 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
San Diego Yacht Club
In 1886, a group of local boating enthusiasts joined together to found the San Diego Yacht Club. It has been at its present location on Point Loma since 1924. The 576 boat slips, dry storage, tennis courts, swimming pool, picnic areas, and full service dining room operate year round at the San Diego Yacht Club!
San Diego Yacht Club
1011 Anchorage Lane
San Diego, CA 92106-3005
United States
1011 Anchorage Lane
San Diego, CA 92106-3005
United States
Phone 1 (619) 221-8400
Fax 1 (619) 224-3059
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park
Sunset Cliffs is a 68-acre park that stretches along the Pacific Ocean offering panoramic ocean views. The park borders the western edge of Point Loma with carved coastal bluffs, arches and sea caves.
