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Farallon Island

🇺🇸 California · United States — Altitude 19 m

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This live stream looks out over Farallon Island, a rugged group of granite islets about 42 kilometres off San Francisco. It is run by the California Academy of Sciences and suits anyone interested in seabirds, marine wildlife or the Pacific weather that shapes this remote coast.

About the islands

The Farallon Islands sit in the Pacific west of the Golden Gate and are protected as a national wildlife refuge. They are known for large seabird colonies, seals and sea lions, and for a long research history carried out by scientists who live there seasonally. The landscape is bare rock and scrub, exposed to strong winds and open ocean swells, which gives the view a wild and austere character.

What the camera shows

Because the view is of a remote island, the picture depends heavily on conditions, and you may see sea fog rolling in, changing light on the water or the movement of birds around the rocks. Early morning and late afternoon usually bring the most contrast and the best chance of wildlife activity. Clear days give the widest view, while fog can hide the islands for long stretches.

Practical notes

The islands are closed to the public and reachable only by licensed boat trips in limited conditions, so the camera is the main way most people see them. The coast nearby has a mild, often foggy climate with cool summers. Nearby VizCams views include Mussel Rock in Daly City and Mori Point in Pacifica, which show the mainland coastline to the south.

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Source: California Academy of Sciences