#Waves explode onto offshore rocks, spraying whitewater into the air. Sea lions bark as they “haul out” of the surf onto the rocks, and a whirlwind of #birds fly above. These amazing rocks and small #islands are part of the #California #Coastal National Monument, a spectacular interplay of land and sea. Located off the 1,100 miles of California coastline, the California Coastal National Monument comprises more than 20,000 small islands, rocks, exposed reefs, and #pinnacles between #Mexico and #Oregon. The scenic qualities and critical habitat of this public resource are protected as part of the National Landscape Conservation System, administered by the Bureau of Land Management (@MyPublicLands). Photo: Bob Wick #publiclands #ocean #nature #naturelovers #sealions #photography #photooftheday #bestoftheday #instacool #instagood #clouds #pacificocean #travel #hiking #fun #beaches