Sienna CruzWhere to See Whales in February: Epic Winter Whale Watching in CaliforniaCalifornia BackroadsCalifornia Backroads – California Backroads: Explore Hidden Gems and Adventures
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California’s coastline is a dream for whale watchers, and if you ask me, February really is the sweet spot. That’s when gray whales are on the move—thousands of them—hugging the California coast as they head between Alaska and Baja California. You’ll see them swimming surprisingly close to shore, sometimes with calves in tow. The whales seem to love the calm ocean and crisp winter skies just as much as we do, making February an unbeatable month for spotting them…