[…]at your own pace. Montana de Oro State ParkThe majesty of Montana de Oro State Park can’t be absorbed in just one trip. A rugged coastal park — one of the largest in the state park system — Montana de Oro offers continuous ocean views. Summit mountains, skirt the cliffs […]
[…]1 does best. Any one of these spots are accessible along Pecho Valley Road within the Montaña de Oro Park, and many are indicated by signs. Check the tides and surf reports, but please note that many of the waves in Los Osos are for experienced surfers only. Swells can […]
[…]for the young foodie in your life, perfect for a family getaway. Whether you’re hiking Montana de Oro, birdwatching, tidepooling, kayaking, or golfing the local course, Los Osos – Baywood is a great place to refuel. Discover Dining in Los Osos – Baywood park Best Dinner Mirazur Restaurant Looking for […]
[…]de Oro Fishing As one of the most secluded and unspoiled areas on the California coast, Los Osos offers terrific opportunities for fishing. Whether you prefer to fish from a kayak, from shore, or from the rocks, you’re likely to feel a tug on your line. But even if not, […]
[…]and operated since 1977, Los Osos Valley Nursery sits among the eucalyptus trees north of Montaña de Oro State Park. The Tish family specializes in drought-tolerant and native plants, with species like protea, sages, and other trees and shrubs. Succulents are another specialty, with obscure, rare and hard-to-find varieties displayed […]
[…]terrain, Los Osos is an area perfect for tide pools. Nowhere is that more evident than in Montana de Oro State Park, an 8,000-acre natural playground on Los Osos’s west side. Here, limpets, crabs, anemones, sea stars, urchins and more make their home in the shallow intertidal zone. At low […]
[…]moments along our stretch of Highway 1. Along the North Coast, hike the perfect peaks of Montana de Oro State Park and the Estero Bluffs, looking for whales offshore. Forage for seaweed on a guided tour, visit the elephant seal rookery, and walk historic Cambria. And for flavor, dine on […]
[…]stands. Park in the free parking lot and follow signs into the oak grove. Wildflowers at Montana de Oro A sprawling state park in Los Osos, Montana de Oro is famous for its wildflower-strewn hillsides. The name “Montana de Oro” translates from Spanish to English as “mountains of gold,” an […]
[…]in winter when hundreds of species migrate through. If you love the outdoors, exploring Montana de Oro State Park can introduce you to numerous memorable trails and beaches. And workaholics can make an appointment at one of the local day spas for some self care. Layout Pelican Cove Vacation Rental […]
[…]protect the bay and Morro Bay National Estuary. The beach is accessible from Los Osos and Montana de Oro State Park in a variety of ways. But because it’s only accessible by boat from Morro Bay, the beach is often empty. That means no competition with other anglers! Depending on […]
[…]CoveLike all natural features inside Montana de Oro State Park, the surf spots here are big, best for experienced surfers only. The three major surf destinations at the front of the park are Lonesomes, A-Frames, and Spooner’s Cove. Lonesomes is a fickle big wave break that can be an epic right […]
[…]varieties, as well as charming gardenware and pottery. Located just before the entrance to Montana de Oro, the Los Osos Valley Nursery also offers classes on succulents, planters, and bonsai. Shopping Avila Beach Avila Beach offers ocean-front shopping at its finest. Front Street in Avila Beach is the epitome of […]
[…]steak, seafood, roast chicken, lamb and vegetarian choices. Capped off with a decadent house-made dessert and coffee or tea, this is one Highway 1 dining experience worth traveling for. Dining with a view at Ragged Point Restaurant Manta Rey Restaurant The Manta Rey Restaurant in San Simeon is conveniently located […]
[…]Pier), and W.R. Hearst Memorial Beach in San Simeon. Or hike along the Bluff Trail in Montana de Oro State Park, the Boucher Trail in San Simeon, or Estero Bluffs in Cayucos. Each of these trails winds past prime sea otter viewing spots, as does the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk in […]
[…]on Cayucos State Beach. Explore the rock formations and turquoise waters of Spooner’s Cove inside Montana de Oro State Park. Or drive out onto a historic pier to glimpse vistas of scenic Avila Beach. Each of these awe-inspiring moments is yours, just off Highway 1. Ocean-View Cliffs of Ragged Point […]
