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Sunset Cliffs Natural Park is a 68-acre city park adjacent to the Pacific Ocean on the western edge of Point Loma. It includes the entire strip of land immediately adjacent to the ocean, between the water and Sunset Cliffs Boulevard, as well as a larger area of undeveloped park and nature preserve on the south side of the area. It was dedicated in 1983. This coastal strip is connected to the 640-acre Point Loma Reserve. The park includes carved coastal bluffs, arches and sea caves.
From the cliffs, the California Gray Whale might be seen migrating annually from the Bering Sea to Baja California. (The two RV Gypsies did not see any whales) The park is a popular place to view the sunset, hence the name. Unfortunately, the two RV Gypsies were unable to stay here long enough to see a sunset.
The cliff side trails are popular for walking and for watching the sunset, but are undeveloped and can be dangerous. Falls from the cliffs have resulted in deaths and injuries.
NOTE: Right after being here, the two RV Gypsies heard on the television news that a 53 year-old lady fell from this cliff but she was rescued and is okay. |
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Although the two RV Gypsies enjoyed this beautiful area, they were under the impression that it was a much bigger area, so in that respect, they were a bit disappointed, but even so, they were very glad that they got to immerse their eyes on such a beautiful piece of nature. |
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Below, a big piece of a wall previously fell
and now rests below the cliffs. Karen Duquette climbed up a small dirt hill away from the cliffs to check out the view. |
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The main street of the area is Sunset Cliffs Boulevard. The neighborhood is almost entirely residential, with curved contour-following streets and custom homes. The two RV Gypsies liked the painted wall that surrounds the house shown below. |
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