Morro Rock, a State Historic Landmark, was formed about 23 million years ago from the plugs of long-extinct volcanoes. Morro Rock was an important navigational aid for mariners for over 300 because the rock is approximately 576 feet tall which made it the most visible in a chain of nine peaks. Portuguese explorer, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo named the rock “El Morro” in 1542. In Spanish “Morro” means crown shaped hill. Morro Rock, sometimes called the “Gibraltar of the Pacific,” is the last peak of the Nine Sisters, which extend from San Luis Obispo to Morro Bay.
Morro Rock is a beautiful Northern California Beach with a rough ocean environment and sandy dunes. This park/beach is often used for commercial shoots, weddings and festivals. During the summer months, from roughly Memorial Day to Labor Day, the Morro Bay Harbor Department staffs two lifeguard towers on the City Beach. Lifeguards are on duty from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and beachgoers are always encouraged to consult them before entering the water. Always swim near a lifeguard. All dogs must be on-leash within City limits. No open fires or fireworks are allowed. The Sandspit and Morro Strand State Beach have sensitive Snowy Plover nesting areas that are fenced during nesting season to protect their habitat
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