[…]saw all manner of communication and cargo, from mail and telegraphs to passengers and freight.With the dawn of the modern era, trains and telegraphs faded in significance and eventually the depot closed in 1973. But no one disputes its early importance: this station was critical to the development of southern […]
The Bob Jones Trail is the “City to the Sea” bike trail. Used as a hiking, jogging and biking route, the paved trail winds through the forested valley alongside San Luis Obispo Creek towards Avila Beach. From the trail are views of bridges spanning the wide creek, the Avila Beach […]
[…]near Cambria, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on […]
[…]a network is a network of public trails for walkers, bikers, equestrians, wheelchair riders and others along the 1200-mile California coastline. It is currently more than half complete. Coastwalk California is a volunteer organization that advocates for completion of the Trail. Our members invite you to get out and enjoy […]
[…]Valley is almost 8 miles out and back and is well suited for horses and dogs. Enjoy listening to the creek and identifying a variety of birds on the moderate trail. Accessible March to […]
The Pacific Coast Wine Trail is the Central Coast’s new local wine trail. Enjoy hand-crafted wines from six small producers along the scenic coast. Our trail includes Black Hand Cellars, Moonstone Cellars, Twin Coyotes Winery, Stolo Family Vineyard, Harmony Cellars and Cayucos […]
[…]onto Fern Drive. Follow Fern Drive to the bottom of Fern Canyon and on the left is a marker for the beginning of the trail. 1 mile from the Santa Rosa Creek […]
[…]Peak starting point, just across from the visitor center. Start across a wooden bridge and then take in views of the sea, including Spooner’s Cove. You can stop at Corallina Cove after a half mile or continue on for more rugged trail and Quarry […]
[…]with generations of inherited knowledge, as a visionary clipper ship captain looking out to sea on the pier you built. Imagine waiting for the train in a rustic depot, or catching the stagecoach to your castle on an “enchanted hill” overlooking thousands of acres. Walk through a timeless cemetery surrounded […]
The entrance for Cougar Trail is located near the entry to Lopez Lake Recreation Area. The trail is close to 3 miles and is open to hikers, dogs and mountain bikes. Enjoy scenic views, groves of oak trees and wildlife […]
[…]Lake along a fire ridge. The trail offers scenic views of the lake and fossils can be found along the path and in the surrounding rock. The east to moderate hike is 5 miles out and back, and is accessible […]
Black Lake Trail in the Arroyo Grande Valley is a 2 mile, easy to moderate hike out and back. Accessible year-round, the trail offers views of Black […]
The Strawberry Canyon trail is a large loop. It is a secluded trail where you walk among towering pines. Directions: Take Windsor Boulevard south. Turn left onto Drake Street, left onto Ardath Drive, right onto Burton Drive, left onto Orville Avenue, curve right at Orville Place remaining on Orville Avenue, right […]
[…]Nipomo and Morro Bay with the coastal breezes off of the Pacific Ocean, or in Paso Robles under the warm sun of the Central Coast Wine […]
[…]ocean views. Start at the Shell Beach trailhead or at Cave Landing in Avila Beach and hike the full loop. Along the way you’ll be surrounded by coastal sage on a rugged trail, passing views of Pirate’s Cove, Avila Valley, San Luis Obispo, Shell Beach and […]
[…]you! Our wranglers are experienced and safety oriented so you can relax and enjoy our ride. Grab the reins for a truly memorable adventure! For more information, give us a call or visit the website. One-hour trail rides start at $65. Over 1000 scenic acres of trails offered. Age, height […]
[…]to a half mile north of the Piedras Blancas Light Station. It offers spectacular scenic vistas of the coastline and opportunities for wildlife viewing. The trail includes coastal bluff, grassland, and wetland areas, making it interesting and […]
[…]in Los Osos, you’ll find access to the Morro Bay Estuary. From here you can walk a trail around the inlet, launch a kayak or just take in the sights. This section of coastline is protected, offering a scenic […]
[…]The trail up to this volcanic peak has great views of Laguna Lake and Bishop’s Peak. From the summit, there are views of San Luis Obispo, the Santa Lucia Mountains and the chain of morros to Morro […]
[…]Park under the shadow of Cerro Cabrillo, a 911-foot double-peaked ridge. The Quarry Trail skirts the southern flank of Cerro Cabrillo, past the rubble piles of an abandoned quarry site used for road construction in the […]
