[…]you’ve missed one of nature’s most vivid images. A short walk from Pismo State Beach, Monarch Butterflies gather at this natural migratory habitat — one of the largest in the nation. The Monarch Butterfly Preserve has been known to see 30,000 butterflies per year, covering tree branches with their orange […]
[…]spots here — the most of any area in California.) Each winter in Oceano, thousands of Monarch butterflies take up residence in a grove of eucalyptus trees, delighting visitors and locals alike. Also in late winter, huge populations of the Great Northern Elephant Seal show up to mate, pup and […]
[…]Monarch spot is the Sweet Springs Nature Preserve. This unspoiled 24-acre space hosts clusters of butterflies from October to March. Walk the path along the back bay and enjoy the opportunity to spy these peaceful, striking creatures in their native environment. Beautiful butterflies adorn the trees Morro Bay State Park […]
[…]really clusters of butterfly wings? Yes, they’re wings: tens of thousands of migrating Monarch butterflies have been known to rest, mate, and warm themselves here each year. The Western Monarch follows a migratory path twice per year, much like migrating birds. As they travel to warm climates, they pause along […]
[…]and fluttering among the silvery leaves of a eucalyptus tree grove. Such a View countless Monarch butterflies fluttering in a eucalyptus grove just off Highway 1 in Nipomo. Adjacent to the Monarch Dunes Golf Course, this enchanting habitat is a haven for overwintering Monarchs each September through mid-February, with peak […]
[…]ranching days, still stands as an incredible photo opp. Speaking of great photos, Monarch butterflies roost along the Eucalyptus trees along the coastline. Be sure to keep an eye out for orange clusters fluttering through the branches as you explore this charming locale. Grab a Lunch Bite Lunch at the […]
[…]Try these hot spots.In the Monarch Butterfly Grove just south of Pismo Beach, 25,000 Monarch butterflies cover the limbs of eucalyptus trees each year from October through February. Free and open to the public, this natural preserve offers docent-led talks and telescopes for viewing the butterflies up close. If all the world’s […]
[…]to visit most. Back To Nature Tours Whether it’s a longtime fascination with Western Monarch Butterflies or a new affection for seaweed, traveling our stretch of Highway 1 brings out the nature-lover in just about everyone. Our 100 miles of unspoiled coastline is the stuff dreams are made of, and […]
[…]close to shore.Monarch Butterflies: November, December, January and FebruaryWestern Monarch butterflies spend winters in the mild climate of the Central Coast. The Monarch Grove in Pismo Beach/Oceano is the largest in the western US — each year millions of butterflies rest and mate in the tall eucalyptus trees.Sea Otters: The […]
[…]Preserve Set your sights for butterflies and blue skies in Pismo BeachStep into an enchanted dream where your imagination truly takes flight. Yes, we’re talking about the unmatched wonder of the Monarch Butterfly Nature Preserve. Here, Western Monarch butterflies visit twice a year, flapping thousands of wings among tall, stoic […]
[…]or tasty fish tacos at Willow Nipomo on your way to Pismo Beach, where thousands of monarch butterflies overwinter October through February in the Monarch Butterfly Grove. In the grove’s tall eucalyptus trees, butterflies shelter from northern winds by forming dense stacked clusters that are all but invisible until they flutter their wings. […]
[…]for top-notch grapes, you’ll get a warm welcome with your fine wine.2 p.m. – Catch coffee and butterflies in Oceano and Pismo BeachDreams take flight: Perk up your afternoon with an expertly-roasted cup of coffee from Quintessa Coffee Roasters in Oceano, not far from the Monarch Butterfly Grove in Pismo […]
[…]and Nipomo with trips to walk its dunes, taste its BBQ, and meet its kaleidoscope of Monarch Butterflies.Learn MoreCambriaRide horseback on majestic Clydesdale horses, go on a treasure hunt at Moonstone Beach, eat iconic olallieberry pie, and walk the historic streets of Cambria.Learn MoreCayucosThere’s so much to experience in Cayucos. […]
[…]and an art gallery focused on the dunes. Monarch Butterfly Grove Every year, thousands of Monarch butterflies migrate to the eucalyptus grove between Oceano and Pismo Beach. Locals and visitors alike look forward to the migration, which brings a kaleidoscope of Monarchs to the Central Coast. Whale Trail The Whale […]
[…]Pop into the Monarch Butterfly Grove, a natural habitat where tens of thousands of pretty Monarch Butterflies migrate each year. Use the provided telescopes to see the eucalyptus trees covered in butterflies sunning their wings and fluttering among the branches. Then spend the day exploring the endless Oceano Dunes, where […]
[…]along the shoreline. During the high season in January and February, the grove can see hundreds of butterflies, migrating from colder climes to warm their wings. Just walk under the trees and look up. Pacific Schoolhouse The Pacific Schoolhouse provides an excellent glimpse into the history of Old San Simeon […]
[…]unspoiled and uninhabited — unless you count sea otters, whales, elephant seals, Monarch butterflies, dolphins, herons, anemones, or starfish, of course. Just like you, they are free to roam, too.Here, we love a good drive. Give us the open road, all 87 miles on our stretch of Highway 1, by […]
[…]are your only competition for waves. Marvel at a kaleidoscope of tens of thousands of Monarch butterflies, tucked just off the roadway. Or glimpse through a tiny window to witness the unparalleled grandeur of Big Sur’s “million-dollar view.” Exploring the seaside hamlets and rolling vineyards on California’s Central Coast, it’s […]
[…]out and back, this scenic trail is open year-round to hikers and leashed dogs, too. Note: Monarch butterflies migrate to this area seasonally, so be sure to know before you go. Heading farther south, you’ll find even more incredible beach hikes and walking trails to discover, including Oso Flaco Lake, […]
[…] Luminous watercolors make a splash at Tracy Taylor’s studio, where butterflies, jellyfish and other underwater sea creatures come to life. Yael Korin Yael Korin is a fine art photographer known for abstract impressionistic images that catch the eye and spark an elevated mood. Left Field Gallery Directed by abstract […]
