Laguna Ojo de Liebre

Component of Whale Sanctuary of El Vizcaino

Overview

Located in the central part of the peninsula of Baja California, the sanctuary contains some exceptionally interesting ecosystems. The coastal lagoons of Ojo de Liebre and San Ignacio are important reproduction and wintering sites for the grey whale, harbour seal, California sea lion, northern elephant-seal and blue whale. The lagoons are also home to four species of the endangered marine turtle.

About Laguna Ojo de Liebre

Ojo de Liebre Lagoon, translated into English as "hare eye lagoon", is a coastal lagoon located in Mulegé Municipality near the town of Guerrero Negro in the northwestern Baja California Sur state of Mexico. It lies approximately halfway between the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula and the U.S.-Mexico border, opening onto the Pacific Ocean.

Selection Criteria

(x)

Details

Countries: Mexico
ISO Codes: MX
Coordinates: 27.8333, -114.1667

View on UNESCO World Heritage Centre

← Whale Sanctuary of El Vizcaino ← All UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Stay Nearby

Laguna Ojo de Liebre

Attractions & Tickets

Laguna Ojo de Liebre

Getting Here

Laguna Ojo de Liebre