Highway 1 Discovery Route: A road to sustainable destinations

5 Incredible Beaches

[…]here and along the whole H1DR. You can also launch your paddle board or kayak to explore the Back Bay in Baywood. This is also an excellent spot for bird watching. The Whale Trail You’ll find a place on land to marvel at the Pacific Ocean’s amazing marine life from […]

BuzzFeed Live Life in Slow Lane

[…]a weekend combing the antique stores in the quaint town of Cambria alone, but add Cayucos and Morro Bay to the mix, and you’d have a week scouring racks and shelves for a Hawaiian T-shirt in a color you don’t already own, a collectible plate commemorating your home state, or […]

10 Instagram-able Moments

[…]Morro Bay, nature lovers are drawn to the Los Osos/ Baywood Park area for its gorgeous parklands, bay, estuary, and over 250 species of birds.One of the most popular destinations here is Montaña de Oro State Park, which offers more than 50 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails with […]

Must See SLO Wineries

[…]Edna Valley creates a direct path for cool marine air to filter into the valley from the Los Osos/Morro Bay area. This climate, combined with the calcareous and volcanic soils results in wines with intensity, concentration and fresh, balancing acidity, perfect for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and aromatic white wines. A […]

Using Ecotourism to Engage Customers

[…]at Central Coast Aquarium, Avila Village Inn, Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, and San Luis Bay Inn upon request. The Discovery Route recently received the Visit California Poppy Award under the award’s “Commitment to Community” category. For more information, visit; www.highway1roadtrip.com or www.visitavilabeach.com By Mark A. […]

Hidden Gems on Highway One in the Central Coast of CA

[…]of CA This Blog Originally Appeared Here Heading up the Highway 1 Discovery Route north of Morro Bay just past Villa Creek Road, I discovered a less-traveled hike at the Harmony Headlands that leads you through a meadow livened by birdsong to a wild walk along coastal bluffs. If you […]

California Coast winter getaways to Morro Bay and realm of North Coast elephant seals

[…]From the Pacific ocean to the majestic mountains, the place is all around to savor. He arrived in Morro Bay home to Morro Rock, sometimes referred to as California’s Rock of Gibraltor. It is an imposing sight and can be seen from every point in Morro Bay. And you will […]

Cambria Invites Visitors to Disappear From the World for Awhile

[…]part of the Highway 1 fun, whether from Big Sur and San Simeon to the north or from the south in Morro Bay or San Luis Obispo. Located just a few minutes from Hearst Castle, Cambria is no stranger to myth making. Don’t be surprised if your first steps along […]

Avila Beach Paradise Rich in Ahhh-ha Experiences

[…]tour since the outward nine courses under the oak canopy and the inward holes traverse a tidal estuary. Restore and rejuvenate yourself at the Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort & Spa, where the Hillside Hot Tubs, Oasis Waterfall Lagoon, and various treatments have soothed muscles and relaxed minds since the late […]

The Luffa Farm: Free Tour

[…]to know more? Go Nipomo for all of your luffa learning. Source: The Luffa Farm: Free Tour | NBC Bay Area […]

Montana de Oro State Park

[…]The park includes primitive and equestrian campsites. The park is six miles southwest of Morro Bay and seven miles south of Los Osos on Pecho Road. The weather can be changeable; layered clothing is recommended. For more Info, go to: […]

Picnic in Paradise along CA Highway 1 Discovery Route

[…]pooling, perfect for a paradise picnic with the family. Or, head on a hike along the back side of Morro Bay through the El Moro Elfin Forest that supports more than 200 species of plants, as well as 110 kinds of birds, 22 species of mammals and 13 species of reptiles and […]

Highway 1 Discovery Route’s Foto Feature: Morro Bay Blues

Highway 1 Discovery Route’s Foto Feature Morro Bay Blues Photo by Cynthia Peyton-Gaughan Be a featured photographer on our page! Share your photos on our Facebook page or hashtag #Highway1DiscoveryRoute from Instagram to get […]

Rural Road Trip: Must-See Spots in San Simeon and Ragged Point!

[…]Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and California State Parks. Located on beautiful San Simeon Bay, the Coastal Discovery Center celebrates the connection between land and seas, offering interactive exhibits and education programs which highlight the cultural and natural history of Old San Simeon, California State Parks, and the Monterey Bay […]

Highway 1 Discovery Route’s Foto Feature: Morro Bay Sunset

Highway 1 Discovery Route’s Foto Feature Morro Bay Sunset Photo: @ashbrd ———————– Be a featured photographer on our page! Share your photos on the our Facebook page or hashtag #Highway1DiscoveryRoute from Instagram to get discovered! We will feature a new photo every […]

State Parks for Family Adventures

[…]births, molts, and rests between trips. Read More » Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay – The Center offers interactive exhibits and education programs which highlight the cultural and natural history of Old San Simeon, California State Parks, and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Read More » Ragged Point Beach – The trail to […]