Things To Do

Your ultimate guide to the best things to do along the iconic Highway 1. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the California coast, from the grandeur of Hearst Castle to lazy beach-side hamlets. Discover hidden gems, encounter diverse wildlife, and indulge in the region’s vibrant art and culture. Let this comprehensive resource be your compass for an unforgettable road trip adventure.

Featured Attractions

Hearst Castle

Cayucos Pier

Oceano Dunes

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse

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Best Things to Do

Arts & Culture

Beaches

Biking

Fishing

Golfing

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  • Cayucos Cycling

    Cayucos Cycling

    Cayucos
    Montaña de Oro has some of the best mountain biking on the central coast, with multiple trails ranging from beginner to expert.
  • Bob Jones Trail

    Bob Jones Trail

    San Luis Obispo
    The Bob Jones Trail is the "City to the Sea" bike trail
  • Cayucos Sea Life

    Cayucos Sea Life

    Cayucos
    San Luis Obispo County has an abundance of sea life throughout the coastal towns including elephant seals, sea otters, starfish, and many unique fish.
  • San Simeon Surfing

    San Simeon Surfing

    San Simeon
    San Simeon is reliable and popular in the spring among local surfers, with wide beach breaks and chest-high swells.
  • San Simeon Wind Sports

    San Simeon Wind Sports

    San Simeon
    The winds around San Simeon beaches offer an excellent chance to take part in wind sports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding.
  • Cambria Sea Life

    Cambria Sea Life

    San Simeon
    San Luis Obispo County has an abundance of sea life throughout the coastal towns including elephant seals, sea otters, starfish, and many unique fish.
  • Avila Beach Hiking Stewardship Travel Logo

    Avila Beach Hiking

    Avila Beach
    A trekker’s paradise, Avila Beach boasts a wide variety of hikes and trails, from challenging to casual.
  • Oceano Surfing

    Oceano Surfing

    Oceano
    Whether you're a pro or just starting out, we have the perfect weather and the right wave for you to ride into shore.
  • Surfing Avila Beach

    Surfing Avila Beach

    Avila Beach
    Our Central Coast beach towns offer waves suitable for surfing, kite surfing, windsurfing and boogie boarding.
  • Cambria Hikes

    Cambria Hikes

    Cambria
    When it comes to Cambria hiking trails, you’ll find deep pine forests, coastal bluffs, and famous boardwalks - find moonstones and hidden treasures.
  • Surfing Cayucos

    Surfing Cayucos

    Cayucos
    The Cayucos Pier is a decent spot for beginners, and it's great for families who want the quintessential surf town experience that is quiet, uncrowded and laid back.
  • Gallery at Marina Square

    Gallery at Marina Square

    Morro Bay
    Painting - jewelry - photography- sculpture - pottery.
  • Hiking in Cayucos

    Hiking in Cayucos

    Cayucos
    Sweeping coastal views and a temperate climate make hiking the trails in and around Cayucos a must-do. Ready to hit the trail?
  • Heron Rookery

    Heron Rookery

    Morro Bay
    The Great Blue Herons and the Great and Snowy Egrets roost all year at the Rookery, located near the entrance of the Central Coast Natural History Museum. 
  • Ragged Point Beach

    Ragged Point Beach

    San Simeon
    The beach is rather exotic with the black sand
  • Barn Museum

    Barn Museum

    Arroyo Grande
    The "Barn" is the South County Historical Society's Museum Annex which houses a variety of antique vehicles and agricultural artifacts from the South County area.
  • Morro Bay Beach and Morro Rock

    Morro Bay Beach and Morro Rock

    Morro Bay
    This beach is a coastal frontage park featuring outstanding picnic sites.
  • Piedras Blancas State Marine Reserve and Marine Conservation Area

    Piedras Blancas State Marine Reserve and Marine Conservation Area

    Ragged Point
    Explore California's underwater parks without getting your feet wet through a new online tour.