[…]we can ensure that this incredible landscape remains healthy for generations to come. View the […]
[…]especially Cayucos and Pismo Preserve trails. Want to delve deeper into the life cycle of local wildflowers? Head to Morro Bay State Park for “Beauty and the Beast: California Wildflowers and Climate Change,” a Morro Bay Museum of Natural History exhibit running March 24-September 17, 2023. Presented by California State […]
[…]views of goldfields, coastal tidy tip, baby blue eyes, and California poppies. While there are wildflowers visible from many different pull-offs, this the best location to view the Carrizo Plain Superbloom. Simmler Road Accessible by rugged vehicles only, Simmler Road showcases a diverse range of wildflowers amidst its scenic landscapes. […]
[…]one, to be sure. In season, all of Montaña de Oro State Park’s hiking trails afford views of wildflowers, but one in particular is simply spectacular. The walk along the Point Buchon Trail takes in wide-ranging glimpses of wildflowers, especially abundant thanks to rotational cattle grazing practices. This highly recommended […]
[…]grassy valleys. Though spring is peak wildflower season, several areas feature areas brimming with wildflowers all year long. These include wildflowers along trails like those at the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve in Cambria and oak forest wildflowers like those at Los Osos Oaks; to wildflowers that bloom in the dunes and […]
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[…]elevated ocean views and seasonal wildflowers, the popular Bluff Trail is a no brainer for anyone interested in an epic-yet-intimate beach wedding. With a 10-guest capacity and sweeping vistas showcasing rocky cliffs and rugged coastline, you’ll find that the sandy tones of the terrain contrasts beautifully with the deep blue […]
[…]an easy, breezy coastal stroll. Walk through grassy fields to a cliff with panoramic ocean views. Wildflowers and scrub grow along the fields, as well as in the rocks and cliffs.Want to find more trails around the Gateway to Big Sur? Visit our main hiking page for an outline of […]
[…]outdoor ceremony area showcasing mountainous wine country views, tie the knot among vines, wildflowers, fruit trees—even a vibrantly-tiled pool. Overlooking the Arroyo Grande Valley, Santa Lucia Mountain Range and vineyards, this show-stopping venue accommodates up to 180 guests and features eye-catching Spanish accents throughout. With several haciendas on site stocked […]
Who doesn’t desire their own private beach? Discover the next best thing with these 5 hidden gem beaches located along scenic Highway 1. From serene shores and quiet coves to undulating dunes, our uncrowded slice of San Luis Obispo County (SLO CAL) Coast beckons savvy surfers, beachcombers and sunbathers alike. […]
[…]and open wetlands. In the spring, these views also include carpets of exuberant and colorful wildflowers. Along the way, benches allow hikers to rest or grab a snack, and interpretive signs share information about the trail’s abundant wildlife. Without stops, this hike takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to complete.To […]
Edna Valley Wine Region With 2,000 acres of vines and 27 wine tasting rooms among golden rolling hills, the Edna Valley makes for a delicious getaway. Family-owned and off-the-beaten-path, these boutique wineries each offer something different, but Pinot Noir and Chardonnay reign over most tasting menus. And with a variety […]
[…]Grande. The Clover Ridge Trail also serves as a good jogging course. In addition to clover, see wildflowers like ground morning glory, hummingbird sage, and woodwordia ferns beside the well-maintained dirt path. Be careful, as poison oak also grows in and around this area. The Clover Ridge Trail is a […]
[…]smooth “moonstones.” From its elevated position, the boardwalk offers views of rugged cliffs, wildflowers and cypress trees, and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary offshore. You might spy a whale spouting offshore, sea lions playing in the surf, active tidepools containing sea anemone and hermit crabs, or busy sandpipers. Within […]
[…]into brilliant color each spring. Visitors are invited to enjoy this colorful celebration of local wildflowers, many of which thrive at Fiscalini Ranch Preserve. A small donation to Friends of the Fiscalini Preserve grants access to a comprehensive tour of the flora diversity of northern San Luis Obispo County from […]
Where can you hike, surf, paraglide, fish, dig for clams, ride horseback, and drive on the beach? In California, there’s only one place: the Oceano Dunes. The early Chumash people and the artists’ community of the Dunites both called this enormous system of coastal dunes home. But the Oceano Dunes […]
[…]the historic Point San Luis Lighthouse. Many native plants and animals flourish along the trail. Wildflowers can be seen in the spring, as well as gray whales swimming offshore. All hikes along the Pecho Coast Trail are docent-led and require a reservation. Learn from docent naturalists about the local history […]
[…]ocean vistas and a killer view of Morro Rock. Depending on the season, the hike can also include wildflowers like lupine and evening primrose, as well as heather, coyote bush and salt grass. Find clamshells, sand dollars and Chumash middens (ancient trash heaps) along the way. To locate the trailhead, […]
[…]golf course on the other. Enjoy the sounds of birdsong and waves on the shore, and the sight of wildflowers as you walk the 1.5-mile out-and-back trail. Kids and families will love the wide, easy path and opportunities to explore. Dogs are allowed to take the trail too, provided they […]
[…]with generous views of Edna Valley wine country to the east. In the spring, seasonal springs and wildflowers abound along this popular trail. Spring to Spring At 3.4 miles, the Spring to Spring trail travels an interior loop of the preserve, overlapping with the Discovery Trail for its last section. […]