[…]of the area, partake in hands-on activities, and marvel at panoramic views of the estuary, bay, sand dunes and iconic Morro Rock. Located in the heart of Morro Bay State Park, you’ll experience exhibits centered on cultural history, Native American life, geology and oceanography. Be sure to check out the […]
[…]The Magic of the Morro Bay Estuary Kayaking through the Morro Bay Estuary is sure to conjure feelings of gratitude—for the plants and animals, the lush landscape and the unique mix of sea and salt water that allow this important environment to thrive. Experience the breadth of biodiversity, including birds, […]
[…]activity. Reaching 800 feet out across the water, the pier offers a good view of the ocean and the bay. Interpretive signs share the bay’s history and detail the wildlife that make their home here. Want to go deeper? Check out binoculars and a “Wildlife of San Simeon Bay” guide […]
[…]Bay State Park & The Museum of Natural HistoryThe natural setting of Morro Bay State Park is already ideal, with a protected cove and Monterey cypress trees shading the hillside. Add to that all the benefits of a beloved state park, and it becomes a destination to keep visitors constantly […]
[…]cuties along our stretch of Highway 1 coastline, including in San Simeon, Cambria, Cayucos, Morro Bay, Los Osos-Baywood Park, and Avila Beach. While sea otters live along Highway 1 year-round, they’re most active throughout winter and spring. Look for them in and around kelp beds, where they sleep on the […]
[…]State Park Marina to see sea otters, seals, pelicans and more sea life in the calm waters of the bay. Find the Morro Bay Natural History Museum on the point above the estuary, where interactive exhibits cover cultural history, preservation, the tides, sand dunes, and wildlife. In the nearby State […]
[…]coveted bayfront view can be yours when you book your wedding at Baywood Inn. nestled at the edge of Los Osos and Morro Bay and part of a tranquil neighborhood overlooking the serene back bay, you’ll enjoy quick access to nearby Montana de Oro State Park and its incredible photo […]
[…]or Spooner’s Cove to the south for more serene alternatives. The iconic Morro Rock Bayside Exploring Looking for more things to do in Los Osos and Baywood? Stop for coffee at Nautical Bean In Los Osos, home of the signature Nutty Bean java, then hit not one—but two—nearby Monarch Butterfly […]
[…]also takes in some of the Central Coast’s most beloved natural wonders. Enjoy glimpses of Morro Bay National Estuary, Morro Bay State Park, Morro Rock, Cayucos State Beach, the Estero Bluffs and Cambria’’s Monterey Pines.Start at the corner of Los Osos Valley Road and South Bay Boulevard in Los Osos. […]
[…]of Santa Ysabel Avenue. From Highway 1 South, just past Morro Bay, take exit 277 toward Los Osos/Baywood Park. Turn right on South Bay Boulevard and right again on Santa Ysabel Avenue. Access to the Elfin Forest and street parking can be found at 17th, 16th, 15th, 14th, 13th, 12th, […]
[…]boats along the docks in Morro Bay Morro Bay Oyster Company This acclaimed oyster farm raises Pacific Gold Oysters, a species that thrives in the Morro Bay National Estuary in Los Osos. The conditions provided by the mingling of freshwater and saltwater in the estuary is part of what makes […]
[…]let you in on a little local secret: Follow iconic Highway 1 to The Southern End of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and don’t forget to pack your sense of adventure. You’ll soon be exploring untouched beaches, vibrant tide pools and lush kept forests teeming with rarely seen sea-life, including dolphins, otters, Elephant Seals and whales, just beyond. Stretching […]
[…]Coast Glass Blowing Located on the back bay in Baywood Park, Central Coast Glass Blowing is a working glass blowing studio that’s open for public viewing. Open year-round, the gallery showcases the work of Rod Baker, a self-taught glass artist who started blowing glass in 2007. (Previously, he had learned […]
[…]key word of warning before you leave to fish Montana de Oro: fishing is illegal in the Morro Bay National Estuary. This is part of the Morro Bay State Marine Reserve (SMR), and a highly protected place for conservation. The SMR covers the line of high tide east of Morro […]
[…]at the Spooner Ranch House.On the way back to Cambria, at mile 50, stop at House of Juju by the Bay in Morro Bay. Here you’ll find gourmet burgers, salads, and lovely views of the working harbor. Then cruise back to Cambria the way you came, another 22 miles.Highway 1 […]
[…]Festival in partnership with the City of Morro Bay and California State Parks. Birding in Morro Bay and Baywood The area surrounding Morro Bay and Baywood is a designated State and National Estuary, and a Globally Important Bird Area. Up to 20,000 shorebirds spend the winter on the exposed mudflats […]
[…]bird-watching at the Elfin Forest. For more activities near Montana de Oro, check the Los Osos / Baywood Road Trip Map. The magnificent sights within Spooner's Cove Scenic Views of the Avila Bay Anyone who cruises Avila Beach Drive through Avila Beach can tell you what a stunning ocean-side drive […]
[…]a delicious reputation. In a few cases, dining in Los Osos – Baywood includes a view of the back bay and the Morro Bay National Estuary. Others are pet-friendly restaurants where Fido can enjoy a meal out, as well. Thanks to fine, mild weather year-round, outdoor dining in Los Osos […]
[…]in the morning, before the coastal fog lifts, Neal Maloney, owner of Morro Bay Oyster Company, takes his motorboat out to Morro Bay, an expansive lagoon and saltwater marsh just outside Downtown San Luis Obispo. A tiny platform serves as the hub of the company’s Pacific Gold oyster-farming operation. Each oyster […]
[…]fun unfolds near the electric vehicle charging station at 495 Morro Bay Boulevard in Morro Bay. Find Morro Bay Paddlesports a half mile from the electric vehicle charging station, allowing travelers to enjoy the water without the hassle. Rent a kayak or stand up paddle board (SUP) for a quick […]
