Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary

The Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary spans 3,295 square miles of ocean, protecting diverse marine ecosystems along the California coastline.

Established in 1981 as Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, the protected area expanded and received its current name in 2015.

The sanctuary's visitor center at Crissy Field in San Francisco provides educational programs about marine conservation and ecological research.

The marine sanctuary operates under the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, focusing on wildlife protection and scientific research initiatives.

The sanctuary's waters contain one of the largest feeding grounds for white sharks and support twenty-five endangered species, including blue whales.

Operator: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Website: https://farallones.noaa.gov

GPS coordinates: 38.24721,-123.06552

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:29