in august 2012, a very large sea lion cove, designed after the central coast’s point lobos, was opened. it contains 250,000 gallon saltwater tank with rock outcrops and islands, while preserving the redwood trees that surround the enclosures. a 35-ft viewing glass allows guest to watch the sea lions underwater. this exhibit also includes pelicans. this was the first major exhibit funded by measure z. the old sea lion enclosure was repurposed for river otters.