[…]paddlers. Hit the Cayucos Pier for moderate waves and an uncrowded coastline. In nearby Morro Bay, Morro Strand State Beach invites paddlers of all abilities to frolic in the shadow of Morro Rock, a 500-foot tall volcanic plug. 8. Fresh Seafood Dining Experiences It’s not just fishermen who are grateful […]
[…]between February and May, be prepared for a blow out. To reach A-Beach, take Highway 1 north of Morro Bay to the intersection of Yerba Buena Street. Turn west to the end of the road; park anywhere along the shoreline or on residential streets. Setting out for a day on […]
[…]all backdropped by views of seaside dunes and wildlife. Located directly adjacent to both the Morro Bay Estuary and Sandspit Beach, you’ll find that there’s always more coastal magic to explore. Tucked away in the southern coast of Morro Bay, the 2,300-acre protected estuary spans Morro Bay to Los Osos […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]Bay For generations, Morro Bay has delighted visitors with iconic views of Morro Rock, the inner remnant of a long-extinct volcano. Portuguese explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo named the rock “El Morro” after its crown shape and dominance over the surrounding landscape. Today, Morro Rock represents the town of Morro Bay […]
[…]the Morro Bay National Estuary A 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 […]
[…]Luis Obispo County. Look for them at North County Farmer’s Markets, and those in Templeton and Morro Bay. Fishing Highway 1 If you love seafood, love to fish or just want to learn, fishing Highway 1 can be a memorable — and bountiful — experience. Open water sportfishing is popular […]
[…]in Morro Bay Museum of Natural History The Morro Bay Museum of Natural History is a fun, educational and interactive museum designed visitors of all ages. Learn about the natural habitats of the area, partake in hands-on activities, and marvel at panoramic views of the estuary, bay, sand dunes and […]
[…]walkie talkies to make communication a breeze. Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival Held in January, the Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival offers world-class birding opportunities and education to 600 visitors each year. The four-day Winter Bird Festival includes 140 events and takes place in various locales in and around Morro […]
[…]reachable at low tide. The ship’s name is the Point Estero, a commercial fishing boat out of Morro Bay Harbor. In 2017, the ship ran aground offshore of Estero Bluffs State Park. Because the owner abandoned the vessel in a state park, neither the U.S. Coast Guard nor the State […]
[…]Sweet Springs Nature Preserve This 24-acre preserve offers hiking trails and excellent views of Morro Bay and Morro Rock. Managed by the Morro Coast Audubon Society, the preserve is located on the north side of Ramona Avenue between Broderson and 4th Street. Trails lead among Monterey Cypress and eucalyptus to […]
[…]is some of the most desirable property along Highway 1, facing the beautiful back bay of the Morro Bay National Estuary. From as far back as 500 AD, this land sustained the lives of indigenous Chumash people, as discovered through archeological artifacts found here. The abundance of the estuary and […]
[…]throughout the year. Don’t miss this site’s plentiful seabird population, either! Bonus spots Morro Bay offers an excellent viewpoint for seeing gray whales, humpback whales, minke whales and Risso’s Dolphins. To reach one of the best spots, turn west onto Terba Buena from Highway 1. Make a right on Toro […]
[…]the EstuaryFew experiences offer the chance to see such diversity of sea life as kayaking the Morro Bay National Estuary. Located on the north side of Los Osos-Baywood Park, the estuary exists where fresh water runoff from the hills and mountains meets salt water from the ocean. The result is […]
[…]butter cookies, this cozy surf community provides a welcome roadside hangout. Morro Bay Kayak the Morro Bay Estuary Coastal 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 […]
[…]can find a way to pitch in during this afternoon of hands-on learning. Find free parking at the Morro Bay Marina and Morro Bay History Museum—the latter of which serves as the starting point for all Central Coast State Parks cleanup volunteers. With little ones in tow, search the sand […]
[…]Park. Or ride to Cambria and stop over at the Elfin Forest for bird watching along the edge of the Morro Bay National Estuary. These opportunities can open your mind — and your heart — to the hidden treasures of the Central Coast. To learn more, see Stewardship Travel for […]
[…]of the Elfin Forest At 90 acres, the El Moro Elfin Forest Natural Area faces northwest toward the Morro Bay Estuary. The natural area was so named for its pygmy trees: California Live Oaks that grow to a maximum of 20 feet tall. (Elsewhere in Los Osos, California Live Oaks […]
[…]south on Highway 1 for 62 miles, a section of mellow roadway that hugs the coast. Then turn into Morro Bay for a quick jaunt along the coast, following Quintana Road past Lila Keiser Park. Head back through downtown Morro Bay, making a quick pass through Morro Bay State Park […]
