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La Jolla Caves

La Jolla, CA
Ranked #18 of 27 attractions in La Jolla
3.5 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
Type: Caverns/ Caves
Activities: Kayaking, Snorkeling
Description: Seven elongated fissures in the cliff walls that can be entered during low tide.
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San Diego, California, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I was kayak fishing early one morning and took a detour into the cave on my way back in. Not to scary, a little surprised when the wave came in and pushed me in. More

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San Diego, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Busy area. In march and April the native birds seem to be nesting closeby and the smell is kinda strong. More

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Toronto, Canada
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Loved seeing the seals and their pups....Make sure to have a delicious coffee overlooking the bay at the 'Goldfish point cafe' on Coast Blvd More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

Wow, talking about being in the action, what a better way to feel God's creation up close than standing on those rocks so close to the water, feeling the breeze and the mist on your face...watching the seals and other animals so close...amazing photos from this place. Very romantic! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

Great place for photo shoots, was there with the entire family taking pictures, love the place, lots of sea lions....... More

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San Diego
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

This area was closed on Jan 1st 2012 by the Department of fish and game. Surf rider and bay keeper pressed for this closure during the MLPA process, due to personal vendettas. Prohibited actives Fishing from shore, boat or a surf board. Collecting, touching or sea shells. Touching or disturbing sand crabs, beach flies, or sea weed. Penalties up to... More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

This is just a long damp staircase leading to a deck inside a cave. If you have never been to the coast, then okay. But if you have spent any time at a beach then forget it. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012
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We paddle kayaks out to the caves. Not only did we get the workout of the year but it was one of the coolest experiences of the year as well. We took turns jumping out of our boats to swim. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

Sits right on the bluff over the crashing waves.. has it all, surf, sun, marine life( you can watch the whales in season), super close dining etc... More

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San Diego, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

I was so excited to see the La Jolla Caves, but basicly when we went you walked down A LOT of stairs (which is fine), but when you got down to the bottom it was just a whole that opens to the ocean. Maybe I had higher expectations because I have been in many caves (caverns) & they are really... More

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