Morro Rock, Volcanic plug in Morro Bay, California, US
The 581-foot natural formation stands at the entrance of Morro Bay harbor, connected to the shore through a constructed causeway.
Spanish maritime explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo first documented the rock formation in 1542 during early European explorations of Alta California.
The Salinan people maintain traditional rights to climb the rock twice yearly for solstice ceremonies, celebrating their ancestral connection to this land.
Visitors reach the base via Coleman Drive from the Embarcadero, with two beach parking areas providing access for photography and observation.
The rock belongs to the Nine Sisters chain, formed by volcanic activity 23 million years ago, and houses protected nesting sites for peregrine falcons.
Location: Morro Bay
GPS coordinates: 35.36940,-120.86760
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:23
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