Good views from the top we hiked to the bottom which gives you a closer look, but simpson reef had more action as the sea lions where all on that side of the rocks. You can see a couple from the cape Arago side at least that day who knows maybe they move a bit.

There are actually four parks on Cape Arago...Sunset Bay, Shore Acres, Simpson Reef, and Cape Arago. The first, Sunset Bay, is the most crowded and commercialized. The second, Shore Acres, is the old estate of a former timber baron and there is a fee of $5 per car to enter.

The third, Simpson Reef, is the most interesting in that as soon as you get out of your car, you can hear the seals and sea lions barking from the reefs. Cape Arago is the fourth and furthest point in the state parks. There is a coastal trail that runs along the cliffs and can be accessed from any of the four points. Make sure to walk along this trail for fantastic views of the coast, especially between Sunset Bay and Shore Acres.