[…]Avila Beach provides several handy launching spots. For open-water kayaking, head to the main beach at the Avila Beach Pier, and push off directly from the sand. For access to a variety of kelp beds and caves, paddle south toward Mallagh Landing/Pirates Cove and Shell Beach. This is an easier […]
[…]Cambria’s most historic streets (spanning as far back as the 1870s), visit the famous Moonstone Beach (where you’ll find literal moonstones covering the beach), and be sure to look out for humpback whales, gray whales, dolphins, and otters. Oh, and make sure to pick up an olallieberry pie—even if it’s to go! […]
[…]and outside showers available. Dogs on-leash are also welcome on the beach. Explore Cayucos State Beach Cayucos Beach Overview The waterfront along the charming coastal town of Cayucos, this state beach has something for everyone. In fact, Cayucos State Beach has been named one of California’s best beaches by publications, […]
[…]Try the Avila Beach Trolley, which offers free rides from several locations, including Pismo Beach and Shell Beach. Stop off at 1st Street in Avila Beach to reach the Farmers Market, and get a free “Market Buck” every time you ride! Alternatively, cyclists and walkers can take the Bob Jones […]
[…]on the beach is a favorite pastime here, or you can simply enjoy the waves breaking over Moonstone beach as you take in the view of its spectacular coastline. Or, you might consider riding a Clydesdale horse through a pine forest before sitting in town at Robin’s Restaurant for eclectic and tasty, […]
[…]the mountains, but you can hear the waves of the Pacific nearby. One of the most popular spots is Moonstone Beach, famed for the smooth stones, or moon rocks, found on the sand. You will find more than just gorgeous beaches and Monterey Pines here. This area is part of […]
[…]find a magical beach near Hearst Castle, look no further than the William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. This beach once bustled as a whaling outpost, and later as a port for receiving antiquities to adorn W.R. Hearst’s hilltop estate. Today, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach provides the scenery, sand, and […]
[…]that new experience of riding waves fun and safe. Check the conditions before you head to the beach with the Avila Beach Live Webcam. If you don’t have your own gear, no worries! Pick up surfboard, wetsuit and boogie board rentals at Under the Pier (during summer) or The Sea […]
[…]days here, and you’ll depart smitten with your surroundings and seduced by the sea air. Avila Beach is a place where you can pick your perfect paradise. While in Avila Beach, take a step back in time to the Point San Luis Lighthouse. Visit this historic lightstation, on the National […]
[…]During your stay you will have time to explore the sights of Cambria, including the popular Moonstone Beach and its boardwalk. Watch the tide schedule to find the perfect time to explore tide pools and then hang out for beautiful sunsets. Plan to spend a few afternoons learning about the […]
