Guadalupe Island, Volcanic island in Pacific Ocean, Mexico
Located 241 kilometers from Baja California Peninsula, Guadalupe Island rises from the Pacific Ocean with volcanic ridges reaching Mount Augusta at 4,257 feet elevation.
Spanish explorer Sebastian Vizcaino first documented the island in 1602, leading to subsequent visits by seal and otter hunters throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.
The island maintains a small population of scientists and seasonal fishermen who operate from Campo Oeste, focusing on lobster and abalone harvesting.
Access to the island requires special permits, and visitors should note that as of January 2023, all tourism activities including shark cage diving are prohibited.
The waters surrounding the island contain a high concentration of great white sharks, attracted by the clear visibility and large population of pinnipeds.
Location: Baja California
Location: Ensenada Municipality
Elevation above the sea: 769 m
GPS coordinates: 29.04521,-118.27754
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:12
This Mexican peninsula combines deserts, beaches and marine reserves. It contains cave paintings, volcanic areas and colonial buildings. The region includes canyons, mountains and coastal ecosystems. Visitors encounter marine life, historical missions and geological formations.
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