[…]on the shore of what’s commonly known as “The Cove.” Ethereal, pristine, and uncrowded, San Simeon Cove is the site of many marriage proposals, family picnics, and peaceful solo walks. Centered in the midst of these is the San Simeon Pier, which has its own remarkable history. The pier was […]
Come experience the rich history of San Simeon and William R. Hearst Memorial State Beach. Old San Simeon above the cove offers a wealth of activities for the outdoor enthusiast, the foodie, or the vista-hunter. Old San Simeon is built on the shoreline known for its whaling in the 1800s. […]
[…]Castle, San SimeonOverlooking the Pacific coastline and acres of ranch land, this hilltop estate welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Once the private home of newspaper mogul William Randolph Hearst, it opened as a California State Park in 1958. During its heyday, Hearst’s “enchanted hill” hosted luminaries like […]
[…]Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Nipomo and the Morro Bay region! The Central Coast Golf Trail, situated in and around San Luis Obispo, California halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, offers a year-round Mediterranean climate, which is perfect for playing golf during any season. On any given day […]
[…]1, one of the world’s most scenic drives. There’s always more to explore around the […]
[…]and the Farallon Islands off the coast of San Francisco. When did the Elephant Seals come to San Simeon, specifically? In 1990, the creatures were observed arriving on the beaches south of San Simeon’s historic Piedras Blancas Lighthouse. By 1996, the number of Northern Elephant Seal pups soared to nearly […]
[…]oaks, pines, and coastal shrubs. From the mountain’s 640-foot summit, you can view the Morro Bay Estuary, the sand spit, and the hills of nearby Montaña de […]
The Ragged Point Inn and Resort is located at the northernmost corner of San Luis Obispo County, 18 miles north of Hearst Castle on Highway 1, at the base of the Big Sur National Scenic Byway. Besides having one of the few gas stations on this portion of Route 1, […]
Avila Wine Trail Nestled beneath the sheltering hills of Point San Luis and the Avila lighthouse, the Avila Wine Trail features family-owned and operated wine venues offering award-winning vintages that capture the essence of wine making on the Central Coast. From downtown beachfront wine tasting rooms to the See Canyon […]
The Quarry and Park Ridge Trails are on the east side of Morro Bay State 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 […]
[…]San Luis Lighthouse2The Hoosegow Jailhouse3San Simeon Pier4Cass House (Captain James Cass House)5Sebastian’s General Store & Old San Simeon Village6Walk Back in Time: Cambria Museum & Historic Buildings Self-Guided Walking Tour7Santa Rosa Chapel & Cambria Cemetery8Piedras Blancas Light Station9Cambria Historical Museum10Paulding History House11Swinging Bridge12Rancho Nipomo Historical Dana Adobe Visit13Harmony Dairy and […]
[…]takes you along the coastal bluffs, passing tide pools, beaches and a scenic rocky coastline. The trail head is located across from the Valencia 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 […]
[…]most diverse sea life of all of Highway 1. Here, whales spout and breach within full view of the San Simeon Pier at William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. Dolphins’ dorsal fins dip in and out of the ocean’s surface, and California sea otters float with pups on their bellies. Seabirds […]
[…]the largest northern elephant seal rookery in the mainland U.S., this secluded trail (located in San Simeon, California, just north of San Luis Obispo) offers intimate views of the elephant seals in their natural beach environment. Midway along the trail sits the Piedras Blancas Light Station, built in 1875 and still operating today. The […]
[…]coast, including the six new locations along the H1DR: the Avila Beach Pier, Cambria, Cayucos, San Simeon, Oceano Nipomo and at Montaña de Oro State Park in Baywood-Los Osos. The 6 sites in Coastal San Luis Obispo County represents the largest cluster of sites on the Pacific Coast as it […]
[…]stewardship and build community Promote land-based whale watching The Whale Trail is located at San Simeon State Park on Moonstone Beach Drive and is supported by VisitCambria, California State Parks and Highway1DiscoveryRoute. Be a wildlife steward. Give animals the space they need to eat, rest and socialize. Keep your distance and […]
Junge Ranch Trail – Hearst San Simeon State Park is a 2.2 mile out and back trail located 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 […]
The Boucher Trail runs from the paved elephant seal viewing parking for 1.9 miles, 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 […]
[…]wineries. Located in the beautiful rolling hills of San Miguel just East of Paso Robles, the Pleasant Valley Wine Trail is just minutes off Hwy 46 East and Hwy 101. The trail offers tasters a unique wine tasting experience off the beaten path. Follow the 12 mile trail for an […]
[…]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 Golf Course, the town […]
