Hello everyone! Today I want to share a super cool place we visited called Cabrillo National Monument in sunny San Diego. It’s right by the Pacific Ocean and it’s just amazing! My wife and I had an awesome time exploring this special spot together. Here is our fun experience with some yummy food, useful tips and more.
Our day started bright and early when we packed a small lunch. We knew we were going to be outdoors for most of the day so having snacks was important! My wife loves sandwiches, so she made us delicious turkey and cheese ones. I added some fresh veggies on mine for extra crunch. We also packed some fruits like apples and bananas to keep us energized throughout our adventure.
When we arrived at Cabrillo National Monument, the first thing that caught our eyes was a giant lighthouse called Point Loma Light. It’s really tall! You can climb it up if you want an awesome view of San Diego and the ocean. But remember to take your time going up or down because some people get dizzy at great heights. Safety first, always!
We decided to explore a bit more before tackling that lighthouse hike. We found some beautiful cliffs called Cabrillo Cliffs with lots of seabirds living there. My wife and I loved watching them fly around without any fear. She even took some amazing photos for us to remember our trip!
After spending a good amount of time exploring, it was finally lunchtime. We found this cute little restaurant called Mitch’s Seafood right inside the park. It had a stunning ocean view and friendly staff. They served us delicious fish tacos with homemade salsa and some refreshing margaritas. Yummy! I must say, it was worth every penny spent on lunch there.
After our meal, we were feeling more excited about climbing the Point Loma Light Tower. It took us around 30 minutes to reach the top because of a bit of crowd and steep stairs. But when we got up there, it was totally worth it! My wife and I enjoyed breathtaking views of San Diego Bay, Coronado Island, and even Chula Vista in the distance. We also learned some interesting facts about this lighthouse from a friendly park ranger who gave us some history lessons on Cabrillo’s life and his famous voyage to California in 1542.
As we were coming down from the lighthouse, my wife was feeling a bit tired but so happy with our experience at Cabrillo National Monument. I reminded her that it is always good to bring along some snacks and water bottles because there are no food or drink vendors inside the park.
Before we left, we visited one last attraction – an old military fort called Fort Guadalupe. It’s really fascinating! We saw cannons and learned about how it was used in the past for protection against enemies coming from land or sea.
To sum up our day at Cabrillo National Monument, we had a lot of fun exploring this beautiful place with my wonderful wife. Our meals were delicious, but remember to choose restaurants within the park when you visit as they are more convenient and offer unique local flavors. Always enjoy your time in nature responsibly – stay hydrated, take breaks if needed and be prepared for any weather changes.
We can’t wait to plan our next adventure together! Thank you all for reading my story about Cabrillo National Monument with my amazing wife. We hope it inspires you to visit this fantastic place soon!