Point San Luis Lighthouse Point San Luis Lighthouse – in 1867 President Andrew Johnson issued an executive order directing the Department of the Interior “to take the necessary steps to cause the reservation for Light House purposes of an area of land at Point San Luis.” The first pier at Port San […]
[…]are on Wednesdays and Saturdays year round. Reservation Needed: Yes, tickets can be purchased at PointSanLuisLighthouse.org The Point San Luis Lighthouse was purchased from the Federal Government by the Port San Luis Harbor District in 1992. In 1995, the Point San Luis Lighthouse Keepers non-profit was formed, made up of a […]
[…]1’s most coveted attractions when you stay in nearby Cayucos, Los Osos/Baywood Park, Cambria or San Simeon. Whether you prefer to catch the surf at dawn, fly a kite at noon or stroll the beach at sunset, you’ll find round-the-clock opportunities to get your toes in the sand along Highway […]
[…]six located dotting Highway 1 alone). Simply stop at designated Whale Trail viewing stations in San Simeon, Cambria, Cayucos, Avila Beach, Los Osos and Oceano/Nipomo and know that you’re in the right place for optimum viewing. Always free and accessible to the public, you’ll also enjoy educational Whale Trail signage […]
[…]than that of Yellowstone National Park. It stretches from Marin at the north into Ragged Point, San Simeon and Cambria at its southern end, covering 276 miles of coastline. (Note: The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is often confused with the city of Monterey or Monterey County. But the MBNMS […]
[…]Inn also provides a romantic spot for popping the question. Say yes in Ragged Point! The Ragged Point Cliffside Trail is the perfect hike on Highway 1. The payoff for those who tackle this trail is big: a black sand beach and the base of the 300-foot Black Swift Falls […]
[…]stroll along a historic pier at WR Hearst State Beach and wine taste at Hearst Family Winery in San Simeon. Farther south, visit charming coastal antique shops in Cayucos and discover a tiny town that time forgot in Harmony, California (population 16, if you count the cows). Your southbound Highway […]
[…]town charm and warm hospitality found here. Location Los Osos is a quaint town neighboring Morro Bay and located just north of San Luis Obispo. Situated along Highway 1, this is a great and somewhat undiscovered spot to call home for a few nights during your road trip. Visitors can’t […]
[…]bluff, and a home within walking distance to the beach. Also offered are vacation rentals in Morro Bay that include oceanfront homes, homes offering easy beach access, homes near downtown and the Embarcadero and waterfront condos on the Embarcadero with private balconies or patios with amazing views of the harbor […]
[…]west of California’s scenic Highway 1, midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, the Morro Bay State Park Museum of Natural History sits on a hill overlooking the Morro Bay Estuary. In addition to panoramic views of the coastline, the view from the museum includes world-famous Morro Rock. The Museum […]
[…]was established, and the state was split into five distinct regions (four coastal and the San Francisco Bay), each of which had its own MPA planning process. All four coastal regions have completed these individual planning processes. As a result, the coastal portion of California’s MPA network is now in […]
[…]Trail in Avila Beach, and you’ll pass right by the Avila Bay Club Spa. Located midway along the trail, the Avila Bay Club is a private gym, but the attached spa is open to the public, seven days a week. In fact, the Avila Bay Club Spa welcomes all clients […]
[…]on holiday, then you have found the right spot. Montana de Oro State Park is full of beautiful trails and beaches. It provides visitors the option to get lost in wildlife or just lounge on the sand for hours. You also have the option to bring your clubs and get […]
[…]who provides some financial and technical support to each National Estuary Program. The Morro Bay National Estuary Program works on behalf of our local community to make Morro Bay a better place for all of […]
[…]a sight and definitely worth the stop. From there, you must head to Hearst Castle State Park in San Simeon. See where William Randolph Hearst lived and greeted his many famous friends for almost 3 decades in the early part of the last century. There are guided tours available of […]
[…]was established, and the state was split into five distinct regions (four coastal and the San Francisco Bay), each of which had its own MPA planning process. All four coastal regions have completed these individual planning processes. As a result, the coastal portion of California’s MPA network is now in […]
[…]pride in growing fresh oysters of the highest quality. The cold, nutrient rich waters of Morro Bay breathe life into our pristine farm allowing us to produce the finest oysters. Our hand selected oysters are grown using environmentally sustainable techniques and our industry has been recognized and highlighted on the […]
[…]of this charming seaside town. Riders can expect mostly uncrowded roads, but on weekends South Bay Boulevard and downtown Morro Bay can have some heavy traffic. For a challenging ride, try Cerro Alto. Or visit Central Coast Outdoors for other […]
[…]golf course is located at the base of Black Hill overlooking the picturesque hamlet of Morro Bay and the Pacific Ocean. It sits inside Morro Bay State Park and Estuary. Many birds and wildlife call the golf course home, which has been awarded “Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary” […]
[…]skill level and desired scenery. Visit Morro Bay State Park which features a lagoon and natural bay habitat. Or hike the trails on Black Mountain above Morro Bay State Park and take in the views of the Rock and the Estuary. Central Coast Outdoors also offers several naturalist day hikes […]
