What: Free hiking and mountain biking maps and trail maintenance days When: Year-round Reservation Required: None required Volunteers are welcome year round to help build, restore and maintain hiking, biking, and equestrian trails. All work day events and classes are well organized by the Central Coast Concerned Mountain Bikers group, […]
[…]If, however, you want to explore more in any given area, check out the destination-specific maps at the end of each section. And if you want a single map detailing all of the best things to see on your drive, look at our “Discovery Route” map.Now turn the ignition, roll […]
[…]postsState Parks #WinterWildlifeWonders campaignAd Templates – add your logoItineraries & MapsBest of Highway 1 Wildlife – Avila Beach Oceano/Nipomo CambriaCayucosEdna Valley & Arroyo Grande ValleyLos Osos BaywoodSan Simeon & Ragged PointEblast for Lodging to ShareLA Times articleSF GateStory StudioMap mini storyButterfly mini storySea Star award mini storyRelated landing pages:Wildlife Map page Wildlife Viewing TipsCoastal […]
Highway 1 is an excellent destination for electric vehicle drivers. With several electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on the route, explore ten small towns on a single charge. Planning ahead is important for any electric vehicle road trip and can add time onto your travel itinerary. For this reason, Highway […]
Looking to add some color to your life? Discover Central Coast wildflowers in all their natural beauty. A variety of wildflowers bloom along Highway 1 each spring, including Brittlebrush, poppies, bluebells, lupine, sand verbena and evening primrose. You could spend all day meandering meadows, trails and coastal bluffs: there’s no […]
With 100 miles of Pacific coastline, our stretch of Highway 1 boasts abundant sea life including marine mammals, tide pools, and kelp forests. What’s more, 50 of those miles are protected under federal, state and/or local law — the most in all of California. The result? A wildlife wonderland that […]
With temperate weather and an abundance of agriculture, coastal San Luis Obispo County boasts legendary farmers’ markets, every day, all year long. While produce, fish, meats and cheeses are available for purchase, purveyors also bring spices, honeys, seedlings and flowers. What’s more, Central Coast farmers’ markets bring more than fresh […]
Monarch Butterfly Groves What’s orange and black and flutters all over? Western Monarch butterflies, of course! Like birds, these jewel-toned beauties migrate twice per year. While other butterfly species can handle chilly winters, Monarchs aren’t able to survive in cold northern climates. To warm their wings, these fascinating insects overwinter […]
[…]View more than 52 color photographs representing seven California’s regions, you’ll also view maps and essays. Grab a refreshment and enjoy a related talk presented by the California Native Plant Society at the exhibit’s launch event, March 29 fro 5:30-7:30 p.m. Carrizo Plains A day trip to northern San Luis […]
[…]off Ontario Road, then extend to the Irish Hills via Filipponi Road. Mountain bike bells and trail maps are available at both entrances.Lopez Lake Mountain Bike TrailsAbove and around the perimeter of Lopez Lake, 15 miles of mountain bike trails welcome riders of all abilities. These trails frange in difficulty […]
[…]Highway 1, from casual to pro-level challenging. For each route, CCC shares elevation, mileage, maps and terrain, as well as food, drink and other points of interest along the way. Many of these routes are detailed below. Another way to maximize your ride, Stewardship Travel for Good activities bring you […]
Considered one of the Central Coast’s best beaches, Moonstone Beach is an ethereal outpost where waves meet a shoreline perfect for beachcombing. The settlers of Cambria gave this beach its name for its smooth stones that are soft underfoot, and which wow visitors with their intricate patterns. With Shamel Park […]
[…]ensure you enjoy them with safety in mind. That’s why we’ve created a slew of virtual activity maps to keep you educated along the way! Start here for a bird’s eye view of Highway 1 and beyond, then branch off to explore maps pertaining to different coastal regions, including San […]
[…]Big on biking? Visit the Central Coast Concerned Mountain Bikers (CCCMB) for free online trail maps and Travel for Good opportunities like volunteer trail work days. You can also make a donation towards trail maintenance, a lasting and tangible gift to this land we all adore.10 a.m. – Chase your […]
[…]beckons savvy surfers, beachcombers and sunbathers alike. Need directions? Check out our Google Maps list of these five beaches. 1. Pico Creek Beach Surf’s up in San Simeon: Follow local surfers’ sandy footsteps as you paddle out to Pico Creek Beach, a stellar surf spot conveniently nested at the north […]
[…]There’s no time like the present and there’s so much to discover: Chock full of insider tips, maps and downloadable itineraries, you’ll soon be hitting the beach, hiking trail or scenic route (or all three). Plus, we’ve compiled hard-to-find directions to secluded waterfalls, valuable wildlife viewing tips and helpful public […]
Elephant Seal Overview The Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery lets visitors observe Elephant Seals up close and in their element. Find these magnificent marine mammals on the beach, just off Highway 1. Located along a beautiful stretch of coastline, the rookery is easily accessible, free, and open to the public […]
A hiker’s paradise, San Simeon and Ragged Point offer a wide variety of trails, terrain, and vistas. The hikes available around these neighboring towns span from casual to challenging, brief to long, sea level to thousands of feet in elevation. Like so many attractions along this stretch of Highway 1, […]
[…]Cambria Visitor Center is staffed with friendly locals who will answer your questions, provide maps and information, and help you in any way they can. They even have bike kits! The Visitor Center is proud to be certified as a Green Business by ECOSLO in conjunction with the California Green […]
When it comes to whale watching, the Central Coast boasts an embarrassment of riches, especially along the Highway 1 Road Trip. Here, whales, dolphins, sea otters, seals and seabirds play within full view of the shoreline. To make the most of wildlife viewing, the Whale Trail organization has identified the […]
