Dark stormy overhead clouds with bright sunshine over land started the day with calm seas. Mild 1-3 mph winds that changed mid day as the winds picked up after noon to 18 +mph and gusts over 25 mph blowing sand into the air and accumulations in the lower lying areas including the parking lot. A … Continue reading Valentine’s Day 2023 No Gray Whales
Month: February 2023
One South Bound Gray Whale
0 North Bound 1 South Bound 4 hrs Cloudy overcast, 59 degrees, calm glassy ocean with clear sharp horizon. Parking lot remains open. One gray whale observed south bound six miles out.
Parking Lot is OPEN! No Gray Whales
0 North Bound 0 South Bound 3.75 hrs The parking lot is open to Point Dume State Beach! The self pay stations are finicky only accepting correct cash- no change. No gray whales observed today with rough choppy seas and gusty 25 mph winds. The beach erosion from recent winter storms is drastic. Huge portions … Continue reading Parking Lot is OPEN! No Gray Whales
No Gray Whales at Sunset: Parking lot still closed!
Gate remains closed for parking lot at Point Dume State Beach Road repairs along Westward Road. Sun set sun dog- rainbow to right of the sun No gray whales observed in calm clear viewing conditions. The road crew finished what is hopefully the last repair and the parking lot will open this weekend. A gorgeous … Continue reading No Gray Whales at Sunset: Parking lot still closed!
Clear Calm Seas, Parking Lot Remains Closed
0 North Bound 0 South Bound 3 hrs Sunny, blue skies 67 degrees, calm flat ocean with 0-3 mph winds. Entire horizon covered in yellow smog, blocking Santa Barbara Island and diminished views of Catalina. No Gray Whales seen despite perfect conditions. Dozens of Pelicans in squadrons flying north and back south over and over … Continue reading Clear Calm Seas, Parking Lot Remains Closed
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