[…]adventure for any California road trip. Here are some highlights. The Pismo dunes, officially the Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area, are outside the town of Oceano, a few minutes from San Luis Obispo (itself the northern end of Amtrak’s Surfliner). Depending on the tides, you can drive on the […]
[…]real turn-of-the-century train depot that remains virtually untouched from when it was in use. The Oceano Depot was once the most important building in South San Luis Obispo County. All passenger, freight, telegraph, and mail service passed in and around the Depot. As the years go by, the importance of […]
Explore Oceano as part of the Highway 1 Discovery Route. Along the way you’ll see the Oceano Lagoon and Historic Train Depot, make a visit to the Great American Melodrama for a live show, take a horseback ride on the beach, view butterflies in their native habitat, or even enjoy […]
[…]spots teeming with wildlife. Or a trip to the tide pools is guaranteed fun for all ages. Rooms The Oceano Inn has a total of 18 rooms, including 6 King Deluxe, 1 accessible Queen Deluxe, and 11 Family Deluxe rooms. The King Deluxe rooms include a mini fridge, microwave, flat […]
Oceano Park and Campground was once a favorite hunting and fishing ground of the Chumash Indians. Due to the somewhat harsh terrain though, settlement of the area was mostly ignored until the 1900s. With the advent of the Southern Pacific Railroad in the 1890s came a real interest for the development […]
[…]finding a path that matches your skill level and desired scenery. Though ATVs power through the Oceano Dunes, there are plenty of designated areas you can explore by […]
The County Airport in Oceano is located just a few minutes walk from some of the most beautiful coastline in California. With easy access to the dunes, you can walk the beach or enjoy ATV riding, Hummer tours, surfing or simply relaxing on the beach sand. Overnight accomodations are made easy […]
Bring your pole, bucket and bait. Surf fishing in Oceano is the perfect opportunity to relax and connect with nature while you catch some large […]
The winds around Oceano and surrounding beaches offer an excellent chance to take part in wind sports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding. Pier Avenue at the dunes is a favorite spot among locals looking to catch some air. For more information on local conditions, get some lessons or to rent […]
Oceano Campground, located within Pismo State Beach, offers all kinds of attractions: hiking, swimming, surf fishing, kite surfing, horseback riding, and digging for the famous Pismo clam. Visit the Nature Center, located across from the kiosk and tour the California Native plant garden spread out around the lagoon trail. Pismo is […]
[…]Burger. A Los Osos destination for more than two decades, there’s also a new storefront in Oceano. Visit sylvestersburgers.com to read a complete menu, as well as purchase Sly apparel and learn about the Beef Bath Bonanza contest – $1,000 given to the person who can eat a very large […]
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Pismo clam populations fluctuate dramatically due to a variety of natural influences. A fragile and valuable resource, Pismo clams may be taken under the following regulations: Clammers must have a fishing license and an accurate (rigid) measuring device in possession. Only Pismo clams at least 4.5″ in length may be […]
If you’re imagining coming to a San Luis Obispo County beach town and seeing people of all ages in wetsuits and swim suits roaming the beach, walking the pier, admiring the waves, and tying their surfboards to the tops of their cars, your imagination has not drifted far from reality. […]
San Luis Obispo County offers endless biking trails. You can find everything from the flattest roads to the most steep, challenging trails. You can bike along much of scenic coastal Highways, Hwy 1 and Hwy 101. Or choose quiet country back roads along the many vineyards throughout the county. Whether […]
[…]Ready to get out there? Plan your own awesome overnight stay encompassing all the best that Oceano/Nipomo has to offer. Explore Things to do in Oceano/Nipomo Early stroll of Oso Flaco Lake Boardwalk Begin your day with a visit to Nipomo’s Oso Flaco Lake and embark on a chill journey […]
[…]hero and boo the villain, and has fans all over the world. Cap a full day of exploring the nearby Oceano Dunes and Oceano Dunes Visitor Center with a fun night at the theater, Melodrama-style. Table of Contents Oceano Melodrama Melodrama History Located in beachy Oceano, the Great American Melodrama […]
[…]pup in Oceano and Nipomo. Then cozy up in a pet-friendly hotel or rental.Dog-Friendly Hotels in Oceano & NipomoDog-Friendly Vacation Rentals in Oceano & Nipomo Dog-Friendly Restaurants & WineriesTake your furry friend out for a bite to eat, or to a number of pup-welcoming wineries. The Highway 1 Discovery Route’s […]
[…]inhabitants with creative energy, encamping in lean-tos in the sand for many years.Today, the Oceano Dunes boast the only beach-vehicle recreation in California, the Oceano Dunes State Vehicle Recreation Area (SVRA). Here, freewheelers bring their offroading vehicles to climb the dunes and play on the beach. (Street-legal vehicles are welcome […]
[…]Dunes The surreal, moon-like Oceano Dunes is best known for the Oceano Dunes State Vehicle Recreation Area (SVRA), the only one of its kind to allow vehicles to drive on the sand. Kick your vehicle into high gear and roll on to your heart’s content. Whether you drive your own […]
