Check Out The Seals

Check out the Seals at the Children’s Pool in La Jolla for an extraordinary glimpse at nature as the seals happily lounge under the sun or mate in thier natural habitat.  The Children’s Pool is a seawall built in 1931 and partially protects this small beach area. The original intention was to close off the channel and create a safe bathing area for children.

In 1970, seals began to frequent the protected cove and eventually overtook the beach area. Since then the controversy regarding whether or not the seals should be allowed to stay has been a hot topic in the community. So far the seals have won and the area remains their safe haven.

The Children’s Pool is a wonderful spot to linger, watching the seal’s play, while the waves splash all around and the sea breeze rustles your hair. Mass Transit bus route #30.