Cabrillo National Monument - debated landing site

Cabrillo National Monument commemorates Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo’s 1542 voyage and marks the traditional site of his landing on San Diego Bay. Scholars and archaeologists debate the precise location of Cabrillo’s landing along the Southern California coast, a topic reflected in academic literature and museum interpretation. The monument includes a statue, exhibits, and interpretive displays presenting the traditional account alongside discussion of uncertainties.