US EditionA California beach is closed due to sea lion invasion
- On June 5, 2025, the City of Monterey temporarily closed San Carlos Beach near the intersection of Cannery Row and Reeside Avenue due to an influx of sea lions using the area as a resting site.
- The closure was prompted by a growing sea lion colony using the shoreline for hauling out and resting, necessitating measures to ensure both public safety and the protection of the animals.
- The city is coordinating with NOAA Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary staff to monitor the situation and will update the public about reopening dates.
- Visitors must keep at least 150 feet from sea lions, as marine mammals are protected under federal law, and harassment risks fines or jail time, with the city stating, "Thank you for respecting the closure."
- This closure highlights the need to balance human recreation with marine mammal protections and suggests ongoing cooperation with federal agencies for beach management.
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San Carlos Beach closed as sea lion make landfall
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) - Sea lions have taken over San Carlos Beach, leading to its temporary closure. A colony of sea lions will be using the beach as their landing and resting spot, with the city of Monterey working with staff at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
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