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.

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  • Hiking in Cayucos
    Sweeping coastal views and a temperate climate make hiking the trails in and around Cayucos a must-do. Ready to hit the trail?
  • 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.
  • Morro Bay Beach and Morro Rock
    This beach is a coastal frontage park featuring outstanding picnic sites.
  • Edna Valley & Arroyo Grande Valley Activity Map Stewardship Travel Logo
    Explore the beautiful scenery and all that Edna Valley and Arroyo Grande Valley have to offer
  • Cambria Activity Map Stewardship Travel Logo
    The Cambria Discovery Route highlights 24 points of interest along the northern coast of San Luis Obispo County. 
  • Black Lake Trail

    Black Lake Trail

    Arroyo Grande
    Black Lake Trail in the Arroyo Grande Valley is a 2 mile, easy to moderate hike out and back. 
  • Mallagh Landing

    Mallagh Landing

    Avila Beach
    Mallagh's Landing in Avila Beach is commonly referred to as Pirate's Cove, but the Mallagh Landing name is more accurate given the history of the land.
  • Los Osos & Baywood Activity Map Stewardship Travel Logo
    The Oso de Oro Loop takes you on a diverse tour of Los Osos and Baywood Park. 
  • San Simeon Cove, Point and Pier
    One of the most ethereally beautiful spots on the planet, San Simeon Point can be seen from Highway One as the extended tip of a crescent that begins along a white sand beach called San Simeon Cove.
  • Oceano & Nipomo Activity Map Stewardship Travel Logo
    Explore Oceano as part of the Highway 1 Road Trip. 
  • High Ridge Trail

    High Ridge Trail

    Arroyo Grande
    High Ridge Trail passes a series of steep canyons east of Lopez Lake along a fire ridge. 
  • Trout Creek Trail

    Trout Creek Trail

    Arroyo Grande
    Looking for an equestrian-friendly trail? 
  • Oso Flaco Lake Stewardship Travel Logo

    Oso Flaco Lake

    Arroyo Grande
    Just north of Guadalupe, California, lies one of the most scenic natural areas all along California’s coast, Oso Flaco Lake.
  • Avila Beach Activity Map Stewardship Travel Logo
    On those rare days when it's gray and gloomy anywhere else, count on the clouds to part and the sun to shine down on glorious Avila Beach
  • Audubon Sweet Springs Nature Preserve Stewardship Travel Logo
    Trails lead among Monterey Cypress and eucalyptus to two freshwater ponds, and around a salt marsh to the edge of Morro Bay.
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
    Take a seaside stroll … The Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
  • Cougar Trail

    Cougar Trail

    Arroyo Grande
    The trail is close to 3 miles and is open to hikers, dogs and mountain bikes. 
  • Washburn Campground Trails
    A 3.3 mile trail runs through parts of the San Simeon Natural Preserve and the Washburn Campground.