[…]the 19th century, Paul J. Pelz designed this and many other lightstations. In fact, his design for Point San Luis is identical to two others: one near Humboldt and another near San Diego. Sadly, Point San Luis is the only lighthouse of that blueprint that remains. Today, visitors can access […]
[…]horse ranch but it is a ranch nonetheless. As an alternative to the expected mountain ranch, Ocean Point Ranch is a modern and chic hideaway. Having undergone a $4mil re-design and re-opened in November 2016, the Ocean Point Ranch is the place to be for an alternative ranch stay. Visible […]
[…]of coastal hamlets, lush woodlands, and vibrant small towns. The 101-mile stretch from Ragged Point to Nipomo is also known as the California Highway 1 Discovery Route, and packs a major punch, boasting some of the most memorable towns and incredible natural beauty along the highway. From the gilded opulence […]
[…]from the beach and two miles from the famed Hearst Castle. San Simeon also serves as a stopping point for elephant seals – a sight not to be missed. This quiet town is also home to great hiking and beaches, plus a coastal winery. And as any Highway 1 traveler […]
[…]abilities. The boardwalk is reachable via open sand trails leading from parking areas and access points. The one exception is the 16th Street access point, where the boardwalk starts and stops beside the parking area. Viewpoints The boardwalk loops through the heart of the Elfin Forest, including two platforms for […]
[…]Point Buchon TrailLooking for untouched, remote beauty? This moderate 6.6-mile round-trip trail begins in Montaña de Oro State Park and travels into the northern edge of PG&E property. Along the way, look for wildlife along the bluffs: golden eagles, badgers, bobcats, coyotes and peregrine falcons. Also visible from the trail, […]
[…]Miguel, as well as a whaling station for Portuguese sailors. Later, it would become the connection point between the world’s antiquities and the spectacular hilltop estate of William Randolph Hearst. Piedras Blancas Light Station was built in 1875. Piedras Blancas Light StationBuilt in 1875, the Piedras Blancas Light Station sought […]
[…]trips can travel locally in Avila and Shell Beach, or further away. Choices include boating to Point Sal in Santa Maria, Point Purisima in Lompoc and Point Buchon in Montana De Oro State Park. Choose from long-range rockcod, albacore, and salmon trips; sometimes Patriot Sportfishing includes crab and sand dabs […]
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[…]in views of the coastline from Shell Beach and Pismo Beach to the Oceano Dunes, Nipomo Dunes, and Point Sal. If you’d rather see these views from your bike saddle,bring your wheels, as this is also a popular trail for mountain biking. For a different style of hike, adventurers will […]
[…]Register of Historic Places. Point San Luis Light House, Avila Beach The quaint setting of Avila Beach masks how treacherous the waters of San Luis Bay can be. In the days before satellite and radio, this light station guided and saved the lives of countless seafarers. Today, it’s still in […]
[…]the pandemic has temporarily shuttered many facilities along the trail, others, such as the Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center, are open with social distancing measures. Most outdoor spaces are still accessible, but subject to state and local covid-19 guidelines. Prospective visitors can check out the organization’s Instagram feed and brush […]
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, […]
[…]On the other side of a large rock at the south end of this beach is another hidden beach called Ragged Point […]
[…]Falls is a natural waterfall found on the Big Sur Pacific Coast Highway 1 located 3 miles north of Ragged Point Inn. Like most Big Sur waterfalls, the 120 foot Salmon Creek Falls is a short easy hike and can be seen from the highway. Park in the pullout or just north […]
[…]Route! Featuring 101 miles of adventure, the route stretches from the scenic coastline in Ragged Point south through the agricultural communities of Oceano and Nipomo. The activity map highlights everything you’ll need to create a road trip you’ll never forget, including wildlife viewing and beach access points, as well as […]
[…]bounty? San Carpoforo Creek drains into the Pacific Ocean north of San Simeon, on the way toward Ragged Point. (And to be more specific, the watershed connects into the Monterey Bay National Marine Estuary, a treasure of Central Coast marine life.) This creek waxes and wanes with the seasons’ rain, […]
[…]on the dash, and a surf spot up ahead. Or it could be a landscape view of the craggy coastline off Ragged Point, a pelican flying high above. These are the scenes that John Ramos does so well: quiet, ordinary moments on the extraordinary California coast. But no matter what […]
[…]the breaks of remote beaches like Sand Dollar Beach, San Carpoforo Creek, Willow Creek and Ragged Point Beach in San Simeon. Beaches like Moonstone Beach in Cambria offer surfing, bodyboarding, and exploration of its famous “moonstones” and seaglass — all within walking distance of town. In Cayucos, well-known waves at […]
[…]as well as enchanting coastal communities like the hamlet of Harmony, Cayucos, Cambria and Ragged Point. Paso Robles visitors can also find relief from the heat by heading over the Cuesta Grade to Edna Valley’s coastal wine region to the south. Located just six miles from the Pacific, Edna Valley’s […]
