[…]spot is also rather conveniently located just steps from board and wetsuit rentals.) One of the greatest benefits of surfing Avila Beach Pier is the wind protection provided by the bay and surrounding hillsides. To really start working for more intermediate and advanced surfers, Avila Beach needs a real groundswell […]
[…]Oceano Lagoon TrailThis serene, moderately trafficked 1.5-mile loop is tucked away, lying off Highway 1 close to the Pismo State Beach Campground. The dirt path is flat and easy, perfect for a casual stroll, and dogs are welcome on this trail on leash. Wind around the lagoon and spy ducks, […]
[…]remarkable golf courses. At Blacklake Golf Course, enjoy a relaxed vibe and unique 27-hole course layout, plus practice facilities, instruction and a bar and grill. Monarch Dunes Golf Course is an award-winning pair of courses designed in the style of a Scottish links course, plus a driving range and restaurant. […]
[…]in the waves can cause sun damage. The shop even carries fancy Kentucky Derby hats and fascinators for your next fun, formal occasion. Pick up a new hat (or a few) with help from the people at Hats Unlimited, and leave with a brand new look. Reimer’s Candies, Gifts & […]
[…]two? On Fridays, there is a Farmers Market in Cambria so you can shop for your special dinner. Layout Cambria Lover’s Cottage has one bedroom, one bath, and can sleep three. On the entry level, you will find the kitchen, dining area, and bathroom. Just off the kitchen and dining […]
[…]buildings as well as many other unusual features including the eclectic Nitt Witt Ridge. #6: Moonstone Beach Feel the sand between your toes at this natural wonder. In fact, if you look closely at the small rocks along the beach, you will see some are colorful, shiny moonstones for which […]
[…]Kelsey See Canyon Winery A lush, green paradise perched atop misty See Canyon, Kelsey See Canyon Winery is a hidden gem on the Avila Beach Wine Tasting Trail. Imagine sipping a crisp apple-chardonnay hybrid (Kelsey’s specialty “hot tub wine”) as a peacock struts by, its iridescent feathers catching the sunlight. […]
[…]displays, and artifacts from the time of Oceano’s Dunite community (whose visitors included Upton Sinclair, John Steinbeck and Ansel Adams). “A museum like no other,” Hearst Castle State Park offers not only a window into the life and times of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst and his celebrity guests, but […]
[…]buy your bell for a small fee taken at the bike box. Note: the Land Conservancy prohibits smoking, camping, drones, motor vehicles, fires, weapons, picking flowers, wildlife harassment, speakers/music, and e-bikes on the preserve. Panoramic views of the Pismo Preserve Pismo Preserve Trails Most Pismo Preserve hiking trails are constructed […]
[…]meals and the use of the Cass House as an event venue with event planning courtesy of Sage & Stone Events. In addition, facials and private yoga classes are available for group stays, encouraging relaxation, rest and rejuvenation. Group Retreats Group retreats at the Cass House are designed to bring […]
[…]also find extra residents as both Cambria and San Simeon host an annual Scarecrow Festival. Layout Beachfront is a three bedroom, two bathroom condo located at the beach. The dining room, which seats six, and living room are surrounded by panoramic views of the Pacific. The galley kitchen has plenty […]
[…]W.R. Hearst Memorial Beach, the historic Piedras Blancas Light Station still stands as a beacon to passing watercraft. The lighthouse first operated in 1875 to protect the many ships in these waters from running aground on the rugged shoreline. Today, the lighthouse offers tours of the property, and docent-led talks […]
[…]East Coast roots with those of Mexico and Spain. In 1828, William Dana, a sea captain from Boston, married the daughter of Carlos Antonio Carrillo, Governor of Alta California. Dana and his wife, Maria Josefa Carrillo, accepted a Mexican land grant called Rancho Nipomo, which comprised 38,000 acres. In 1851, […]
[…]and host outdoor concerts during the summer. Ragged Point Inn boasts some of the finest views along Highway 1, with outlook points facing both north and south. The Inn also provides a romantic spot for popping the question. Say yes in Ragged Point! The Ragged Point Cliffside Trail is the […]
[…]Tide7:20 PM5.15 ft Tides measured at Port San Luis Harbor. Data provided by noaa.gov. Montana de Oro Spooners CoveThis heavenly inlet offers a protected, unspoiled place from which to explore some of the Los Osos tide pools. Bring a picnic and a blanket, and spend an afternoon discovering a whole […]
[…]are sometimes aggressive (and hunted by Great White sharks). Watch out for these and their predators especially around the Elephant Seal Rookery and Piedras Blancas Light Station. Otherwise, pack your board, your gear, and your sense of adventure, and get ready to get stoked. Explore Surfing San Simeon to Ragged […]
[…]for watching the sun go down.Beachside Wine Tasting in San Simeon + Global Comfort Food in CambriaAlternatively, stop at San Simeon’s Hearst Ranch Winery, the only Central Coast tasting room with an ocean view. Savor a crisp glass of Three Sisters White Cuvée or the deep intensity of the Reserve Cabernet […]
Mason Bar and Kitchen is located on the corner of Branch and Mason Streets in the Village of Arroyo Grande. We’d like to invite you to dine in our warm and inviting restaurant offering farm-fresh local cuisine in a family friendly environment. If you’re seeking a more festive experience, you’ll […]
[…]And no matter the season, the Avila Valley Barn will be full of produce and fresh made goodies. Layout There are 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in Otter Loft, providing sleeping arrangements for up to 6 people. This upstairs end unit has two master bedrooms, each with a queen size […]
[…]See Critters?” narrative that offers up a set of wildlife destinations and tour operators that encourage us to explore the wilderness and see these magnificent animals for ourselves. Elephant Seals and WhalesLike their walrus cousins, elephant seals defy logic. Elephant seals somehow move bodies that weigh upwards of 5,000 pounds […]
