Top Places for Whale Watching in California
- Summary
- Gallery
- Videos
- Podcasts
California is one of the premier destinations in the world for whale watching, and there are numerous boat excursions and shore-viewing options available up and down the state. Each year, about 20,000 gray whales make an epic 6,000-mile journey between Alaska and Mexico—with most hugging the coastline in sight of land. Many other species are commonly spotted off California’s Pacific Coast, including blue whales, humpback whales, and pods of orcas.
Use keyboard arrow keys to move through items.
Find More Things To Do
Use keyboard arrow keys to move through items.
Use keyboard arrow keys to move through items.
California 101
California’s Highway One Road Trip
Luxury Minute
The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Hidden Gems
Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands
California 101
North Coast Best Beaches
California 101
Santa Cruz: 5 Amazing Things
California 101
The Channel Islands National Park
California 101
Orange County’s Best Beaches
Use keyboard arrow keys to move through items.
Subscribe to our Newsletter
Get weekly travel inspiration, offers, contests, and more!
Thank you for signing up
Get ready to explore The Ultimate Playground!