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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  • Avila Beach Trolley

    Avila Beach Trolley

    San Luis Obispo
    The Avila Beach Trolley is a free service that connects the Pismo Beach Premium Outlets to Port San Luis, via several stops along the route.
  • El Moro Elfin Forest Docent-Led Nature Walks Stewardship Travel Logo

    El Moro Elfin Forest Docent-Led Nature Walks

    Los Osos
    The Elfin Forest supports more than 200 species of plants, as well as 110 kinds of birds, 22 species of mammals, and 13 species of reptiles and amphibians.
  • Point San Luis Lighthouse History Tours Stewardship Travel Logo

    Point San Luis Lighthouse History Tours

    San Luis Obispo
    Docent-led Lighthouse tours arriving via the historic trolley are held every Wednesday and Saturday
  • Pecho Coast Trail Docent Hikes to Point San Luis Lighthouse with PG&E Stewardship Travel Logo

    Pecho Coast Trail Docent Hikes to Point San Luis Lighthouse with PG&E

    San Luis Obispo
    The secluded beaches, rugged cliffs and broad coastal terraces of the Pecho Coast have been privately owned and inaccessible to the public since the Spanish Mission Period. 
  • San Carpoforo Creek

    San Carpoforo Creek

    San Simeon
    The San Carpoforo Creek Beach Access is the northernmost portion of the state-owned properties in Hearst San Simeon State Park.
  • Fisherman’s Beach

    Fisherman’s Beach

    San Luis Obispo
    No matter what time of day it is, you will more than likely find dogs running free through the surf.
  • South Bay Community Center

    South Bay Community Center

    Los Osos
    Built in 1986 by the citizens of Los Osos, the South Bay Community Center is unique in that its funds for operation come entirely from rentals and private donations.
  • Arroyo Laguna Beach

    Arroyo Laguna Beach

    San Simeon
    Arroyo Laguna Beach is a windsurfing and kiteboarding spot along the northern San Luis Obispo Coast.
  • California Coastal National Monument

    California Coastal National Monument

    San Simeon
    Connecting the Pacific Ocean with the land, the California Coastal National Monument provides unique coastal habitat for marine-dependent wildlife and vegetation
  • Oceano Airport

    Oceano Airport

    Oceano
    The County Airport in Oceano is located just a few minutes walk from some of the most beautiful coastline in California.
  • Oceano Park Campground & Lagoon

    Oceano Park Campground & Lagoon

    Oceano
    Oceano Park and Campground was once a favorite hunting and fishing ground of the Chumash Indians.
  • Pasadena Drive Beach Access

    Pasadena Drive Beach Access

    Los Osos
    Hiking, kayaking and a labyrinth!
  • Sandspit Beach

    Sandspit Beach

    Los Osos
    A secluded place to enjoy nature
  • Black Hill Trail

    Black Hill Trail

    Morro Bay
    From the mountain's 640-foot summit, you can view the Morro Bay Estuary, the sand spit, and the hills of nearby Montaña de Oro.
  • Quarry Trail

    Quarry Trail

    Los Osos
    The Quarry Trail skirts the southern flank of Cerro Cabrillo, past the rubble piles of an abandoned quarry site used for road construction in the 1950s.
  • Hazard Canyon Reef

    Hazard Canyon Reef

    Los Osos
    Hazard Canyon Reef, located within Montaña de Oro State Park, is a gorgeous beach with tide pools and scenic views.
  • Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay Stewardship Travel Logo

    Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

    San Simeon
    Located on beautiful San Simeon Bay, the Coastal Discovery Center celebrates the connection between land and seas.
  • Bluff Trail

    Bluff Trail

    Los Osos
    A 3.4 mile roundtrip hike that takes you along the coastal bluffs, passing tide pools, beaches and a scenic rocky coastline