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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  • Patriot Sportfishing

    Patriot Sportfishing

    Avila Beach
    Operating out of Avila Beach, we offer sportfishing, whale watching, scenic tours and burials at sea.
  • Deep Sea Fishing

    Deep Sea Fishing

    Morro Bay
    Since 1954 Virg's Landing in Morro Bay has been an icon for sportfishing, whale watching and private charter on the Central Coast. 
  • The Paddleboard Company
    The Paddleboard Company in Morro Bay is available to bring boards, gear, instructors and guides to visitors at Baywood Park or Morro Bay launch spots for tours and rentals.
  • Cougar Trail

    Cougar Trail

    Arroyo Grande
    The trail is close to 3 miles and is open to hikers, dogs and mountain bikes. 
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
    Take a seaside stroll … The Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
  • Estero Bluffs State Park Stewardship Travel Logo
    The majestic Estero Bluffs State Park allows visitors to explore the landscape and beaches on the northern end of Cayucos.
  • Kayaking Morro Bay
    A kayak trip from Spooner's Cove in Montaña de Oro to Morro Rock offers spectacular views and challenging conditions.
  • Hardie Park

    Hardie Park

    Cayucos
    A fun place to hold your next family event in Cayucos!
  • Los Osos Oaks State Natural Reserve
    Dwarf oaks grow in a mineral-depleted soil of “relic” sand dunes
  • Cayucos Surf Company
    We live for surf, and have shared our passion for surfing with hundreds of people since 1996.
  • Washburn Campground Trails
    A 3.3 mile trail runs through parts of the San Simeon Natural Preserve and the Washburn Campground.
  • 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.
  • Bay Access & Trail
    At the north end of Pecho Road in Los Osos, you'll find access to the Morro Bay Estuary. 
  • Whale Watching on the Whale Trail Stewardship Travel Logo
    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.
  • Cliffside Trail

    Cliffside Trail

    Ragged Point
    The Ragged Point Inn and Resort is located at the northernmost corner of San Luis Obispo County, 18 miles north of Hearst Castle on Highway 1, at the base of the Big Sur National Scenic Byway.
  • Cayucos State Beach
    The sandy beach offers mild weather, watersports such as surfing and swimming, tidepooling. 
  • Piedras Blancas Light Station Historical Tours
    Go back in time to the lonely and blustery life of the lighthouse keeper with a visit to the Piedras Blancas Lighthouse.
  • Spooner’s Cove

    Spooner’s Cove

    Los Osos
    Traveling to Spooner's Cove, located within Montaña de Oro State Park, you'll take in views of rugged cliffs, sandy beaches and miles of untouched oceanfront.