La Jolla Tide Pools

Located along Coast Boulevard, this shoreline features exposed coastal sandstone shelves that act as a natural gallery for intertidal activity. As the tide recedes, the landscape reveals shallow basins occupied by anemones, crabs, snails, and small fish. Beyond the immediate pools, the area serves as a habitat for birds and sea lions, blending ocean views with close-up observation. Navigating the terrain requires care, as the algae-covered rocks can be slightly slippery underfoot.