Point Loma, CA
Location: Point Loma is a secluded, primarily residential community of San Diego, located on a peninsula with the same name. (Map)
On the San Diego Bay side is the retail district, Shelter Island, a harbor and several marinas. On the ocean side are Sunset Cliffs with picturesque views and residential neighborhoods. The Navy occupies parts of the peninsula. The Cabrillo National Monument and Old Point Loma Lighthouse reside near the tip of Point Loma, with spectacular views of both the bay and ocean. Point Loma Tide Pools has the best tide pooling in San Diego County.
Beaches
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park BeachesIsolated, secluded sandy beaches hidden below cliffs.
Attractions
SHORELINE PARKS
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park
A 68-acre scenic natural park composed of rugged cliffs along Point Loma's coast.
TIDE POOLS
Point Loma Tide Pools
Largest tide pools in the county, located at the foot of Sunset Cliffs, near the new lighthouse.
LANDMARKS / HISTORIC PLACES
Cabrillo National Monument
Commemorates explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo's first landing at San Diego Bay on Sept. 28, 1542.
Old Point Loma Lighthouse
Helped guide ships in and out of the harbor from 1855 to 1891. Original lighthouse and quarters on display.
Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery
Impressive rows of white headstones are lined up on both sides of the street, with San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean as backdrops.
SHOPPING AREAS
Liberty Station
A new masterplanned community with residential, retail, commericial, dining, entertainment, recreation, schools, and and waterfront promenade.
OTHER ATTRACTIONS
Point Loma Nazarene UniversityA nonprofit, private Christian University that overlooks the ocean.
Places
Shelter IslandNice park with great bay views. Resorts, marinas, and dining. Art show on weekends in lawn circle.
Events
Point Loma Summer ConcertsJuly - August
Swing, big band, jazz, Motown, blues, tropical rock ensemble, jam rock, classic rock, and more.
