[…]Santa Manuela Schoolhouse Barn Museum This long, low barn serves as the South County Historical Society’s Museum Annex, where larger historic items can comfortably be stored. These include artifacts from Arroyo Grande’s long tradition of agriculture and ranching, like vintage tillers, carriages and machinery. Some of these items stand outside […]
[…]The boardwalk follows the edge of the bluff above Moonstone Beach for about one mile to the Santa Rosa Creek day-use area. Leffingwell Landing State Park Moonstone Beach Park At 30 acres, this seaside park occupies a wide expanse of Moonstone Beach at the mouth of Santa Rosa Creek, as […]
[…]of Ocean Avenue & D Street (downtown Cayucos)This time-honored event begins with the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus accompanied by fire engines chugging down the main drag downtown. Kiddos will be glad to know that Santa’s house is open for visiting until 7 p.m. In addition to the community […]
[…]for $10 per person (kids are free), but be sure to call beforehand to make sure owners Bill and Barbara Spencer are around. Bill gives tours of the farm and explains the principles behind organic and biodynamic farming at Windrose. Dogs, sheep, chickens, guinea fowl, cats, a llama and a […]
[…]the Monterey County line to the Morro Bay Estuary and from the coastal bluffs to the ridge of the Santa Lucia Mountains. This annual event hosted at Cambria Vetran’s Memorial Hall is known to include fresh flower bouquets as well as rare, endangered, invasive and poisonous plants all identified with […]
[…]Maria Brewing Co. At San Luis Obispo County’s southernmost edge, this brewpub features 18 taps of Santa Maria Brewing Company beer. These include hard seltzers, wheat beers, lagers, pilsners, ales, IPAs, and more. Some of the rarer offerings include the RimFire Imperial Red Ale, the Cra-Hazy New England IPA, and […]
[…]Rosa Creek Day Use Area Located at the southernmost tip of Hearst San Simeon State Park, Santa Rosa Creek Beach in Cambria presents a uniquely pastoral ceremony setting blending meadowland, surf and sand. A boardwalk leads to two observation platforms overlooking the beach as well as the Santa Rosa Creek […]
[…]that Trenton Street offers the best entrance to this trail. Santa Rosa Creek East/West Trail The Santa Rosa Creek East/West Trail is a delight for hikers looking to explore Fiscalini Ranch Preserve’s scenic grasslands and beyond. Meandering along grassy slopes, wildlife-rich wetlands and a forested hillside, this mile-long hike runs […]
[…]route combines the previous two routes, completing a figure-8 across Highway 1, Old Creek Road, Santa Rosa Creek Road and Highway 46. At 63.7 miles and a gain of 6,108 feet in elevation, this is an itinerary for serious riders. The route features several climbs, the highest of which ascends […]
[…]find Moonstone Beach Park, an area perfect for kids of all ages. This area is the outlet for Santa Rosa Creek, a small freshwater creek that offers safe wading play for kids and their parents. Set up a blanket and chairs near the creek and enjoy dipping your toes into […]
[…]views of Laguna Lake and Bishop’s Peak. From the summit, there are views of San Luis Obispo, the Santa Lucia Mountains and peaks to Morro Bay. Islay Hill Located at the eastern end of the chain of volcanic plugs running across San Luis Obispo, Islay Hill is one of the […]
[…]with Santa & Train RidesKids big and small will get a kick out of sitting on Santa’s lap and putting in a request for Christmas gifts. Photos with Santa can be purchased for a suggested donation, the proceeds from which benefit local charity. Santa is available for photos from 6 […]
[…]experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Tour in a vehicle or by horseback! Old Santa Rosa Chapel A national landmark built in 1870, the Old Santa Rosa Chapel is a fantastic way to learn more about Cambria’s rich history. The last mass was celebrated in 1963, restoration began in 1978, […]
[…]in fistfights. Other points of interest include Mr. Carroll’s Blacksmith Shop and the pint-sized Santa Rosa Chapel and Cemetery. 4. Sample fresh cookies in Cayucos. Since they opened their flagship location in Cayucos on North Ocean Drive in 2008, the Brown Butter Cookie Company has offered generous samples of their […]
[…]access to the Elfin Forest boardwalk are available only at the 16th Street entrance, just north of Santa Ysabel Avenue. Docent Lead Trail Walks “Nature Walks in the Elfin Forest” are led by experienced and knowledgeable docents on different topics each month. Examples of trail walks include an exploration of […]
[…]wild blackberry bushes and wax myrtle. Plenty of wildlife can be found throughout the park’s Santa Rosa Creek Natural Preserve, San Simeon Natural Preserve and Pa-Nu Cultural Preserve. Some species include the endangered red-legged from, Western pond turtle, and migratory birds like the cinnamon teal, mallards, herons and egrets. And […]
[…]and linguica during nightly dinner service. Although open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the Santa Maria-style oak pit steals the show post-sundown. Full pit dinners, including salsa, crackers, salad, relish tray, beans, garlic bread, potatoes or rice and ice cream ensure no guest leaves hungry. However, it’s important to note […]
[…]vows, partaking in lawn games or savoring cocktails, all while enjoying views of the beautiful Santa Lucia Hills (accommodates 500 seated guests). Additionally, the spacious courtyard area—located between the Santa Lucia Lawn and White Barn—can be used as an outdoor lounge for refreshments or al fresco dining (accommodates up to […]
[…]del Monte—Spanish for “House of the Mountain”—which referred to the sweeping views of the Santa Lucia Mountains. Casa del Monte Ceiling While peering at the ceiling may sound boring, Hearst Castle gives guests a prime reason to do so. While most of the ceilings in Casa Grande date to the […]
[…]to Fiscalini Ranch Preserve, a 436-acre property with trails of various levels. Bluff, Ridge, and Santa Rosa Creek East Trails are wheelchair accessible and all trails are open to on-leash dogs. To arrive at Santa Rosa Creek Trail, return to Windsor Boulevard and travel 0.9 miles north until you see […]
