Is Gray Whale Migration happening right now?
As of May 31, 2026, 11:08 PM, out of season, returns ~December. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Track one of nature's longest mammal migrations as 20,000 gray whales cruise past the California coast.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Point Reyes Lighthouse |
| Point Pinos Lighthouse (Pacific Grove) |
| + 3 more spots, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
This page shows a taste. The app has the full list of where to see this, the exact timing, and live conditions for 1,000+ natural phenomena worldwide, so you know the moment one is genuinely worth the trip.