Pacific Marine Mammal Center

Whoever said "nothing is free" hadn't paid a visit to the Pacific Marine
Mammal Center. It's a quick and interesting stop on the way to or from
Laguna Beach, and it's free!

This small center plays nurse to sick and injured sea mammals that strand
along the Orange County Coastline. The objective; rescue, medically treat,
and rehabilitate Pinnipeds (seals, sea lions and walruses) and Cetaceans
(whales and dolphins). Only when a healthy body weight is restored and
they can compete for food independently can they return to the wild.

Several cages have animals separated until they are well enough to join
the others in the pool, that's where they love to play and are fun to watch.
A grassy area is a great place to relax and prolong your visit. If your
timing is right you might even see volunteers weigh or feed an animal.

Though a visit here is free they rely on donations which are tax deductible.
If you are 18 years or older, live in Orange County and can commit to one
half-day per week for at least a full year you can become a volunteer
caring for patients and helping to maintain the facility.

The Pacific Marine Mammal Center also has a gift shop to purchase cards,
books and stuffed animals. All proceeds help fund the cause.

Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Located at 20612 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach.

Telephone (949) 494-3050