Coastal Path to Drake's Beach Elephant Seal Colony

Coastal Path to Drake's Beach Elephant Seal Colony

Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:35:14 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups

This coastal landscape captures a viewing area at Drake's Beach, known for its elephant seal pup colony. A sandy path winds through driftwood and sparse coastal vegetation toward the beach, where several large forms (elephant seals) can be seen resting on the sand. Warning signs mark the protected area. The scene is set under a partly cloudy sky with blue patches breaking through, while the calm ocean stretches to distant mountains on the horizon. The rocky coastline frames the right side of the composition.

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