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News & Upcoming Events

Coastal Discover Center Closed Until Further Notice
Due to an electrical system failure and the extended lead time for replacement components, the center is temporarily closed (7/19/2024)

Get In Your Sanctuary 2024! Time To Get Your Feet Wet and Snap Some Photos (7/19/2024)

Position Announcement: Resource Protection Specialist (7/11/2024)

Superintendent Statement: Report and Do Not Disturb Cotton Bales Washed Up on Local Beaches! (3/15/2024)

More News, Announcements and Updates!

Welcome to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary! One of our nation's most spectacular marine protected areas, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary offers some of the best wildlife viewing in the world! This "Serengeti of the Sea" stretches along the central coast from San Francisco to Cambria and includes pristine beaches, jewel-like tide pools, lush kelp forests, steep canyons and an offshore seamount teeming with life—from tiny shrimp to giant blue whales. The National Marine Sanctuary System promotes environmental protection, stewardship and ocean research. We invite you to explore and help protect this national undersea treasure.