Taste the Best of Coastal Wineries

Cambria on California Highway 1 Discovery Route

[…]Castle hot springs 3 bountiful wine regions your personal discoveries 10 pristine uncrowded beaches great dining Monarch Butterflies Elephant Seals history sand dunes Our Experience The 10 Discovery Route destinations are: Edna Valley, Arroyo Grande Valley, Nipomo, Oceano, Avila Beach, Los Osos / Baywood Park, Cayucos, Cambria, San Simeon, and Ragged Point. We stay in Cambria; […]

A ‘SLO’ drive up California’s central coast

[…]Chardonnay Symposium, bringing together winemakers from the US and other countries to Avila Beach, Pismo Beach and the Edna Valley wine country. One night on the Avila Beach promenade, we discover the Ocean Grill restaurant, where the only thing better than the fish dinner is the spectacular sunset. The promenade […]

Old Edna Townsite

[…]says Torrance. “Plus, it takes only 10 or 15 minutes to drive to the beaches, including Avila Beach and Pismo Beach, and to Cal Poly and the city of San Luis Obispo. You can taste wine right here on the property and more than 20 different tasting rooms are minutes […]

Montana de Oro State Park

Montaña de Oro State Park This park features rugged cliffs, secluded sandy beaches, coastal plains, streams, canyons, and hills, including 1,347-foot Valencia Peak. Naturalists and backpackers enjoy the solitude and freedom found along the park’s trails. There are also mountain biking and equestrian trails. The best-known beach is Spooner’s Cove, […]

Central Coast Aquarium

[…]to providing opportunities centered around education, engagement and action. Based in Avila Beach, the center expands the aquarium visit by offering a fun, hands-on experience that fosters education and encourages stewardship of our oceans. The Aquarium has grown to become a valuable community resource. It serves as the epicenter of […]

Highway 1 Discovery Route’s Foto Feature: Whale Watching

[…]whales, blue whales and grey whales, though sometimes orca whales are seen off the coast of Avila Beach. ———————– Be a featured photographer on our page! Share your photos on the our Facebook page or hashtag #Highway1DiscoveryRoute from Instagram to get discovered! We will feature a new photo every […]

The Ultimate Family Reunion Along the Highway 1 Discovery Route

[…]a fantastic time. The VanPatten family stayed in a beautiful vacation rental overlooking Avila Beach, pictured above. In addition to lodging accommodations, their grand prize also included activities and dining. Everyone in the family enjoyed stunning views of of the Pacific coastline, relaxation on the pristine shores of Avila Beach, and farm-to-fork dining […]

Picnic in Paradise along CA Highway 1 Discovery Route

[…]don’t be surprised if Steve Hearst himself shows up! It’s happened plenty of times. Cambria Moonstone Beach is one of Cambria’s best known locations and most scenic spots with several locations perfect for picnics. With a boardwalk that meanders along the coastline offering beach entries with steps to the shore, there […]

Rural Road Trip: Must-See Spots in San Simeon and Ragged Point!

[…]down the face of a cliff, to witness the largest waterfall in the area. The trail to Ragged Point Beach at the base of the cliffs is only a half-mile, but steep with about a 400-foot change in elevation. Views of the beach below are incredible, as are the ever-changing […]

Highway 1 Discovery Route’s Foto Feature: Humpback Whales, Avila Beach

Highway 1 Discovery Route’s Foto Feature Humpback Whales, Avila Beach Photo by IG Fan @vincentshayphotography. See more of his amazing photographs by clicking here! ———————– Be a featured photographer on our page! Share your photos on the our Facebook page or hashtag #Highway1DiscoveryRoute from Instagram to get discovered! We will feature a new photo […]

State Parks for Family Adventures

[…]of the top choices for camping and leisure trips. Read More » Cambria: Moonstone Beach – Moonstone Beach is one of Cambria’s and the Central Coast’s most scenic spots. Read More » Harmony Headlands State Park – Harmony Headlands State Park is a 784 acre coastal park located approximately 5 minutes north of Cayucos on Highway […]

Top 7 Summer Hikes & Walks – Highway 1 Discovery Route

[…]San Luis Lighthouse is open to 20 hikers each Wednesday and 40 hikers each Saturday. Read More Moonstone Beach Trail – Moonstone Beach is one of Cambria’s and the Central Coast’s most scenic spots. Read More Horizon Hike Over Edna Valley – Enjoy a mild hike, learn about the vines as you walk through […]

Surfing and Eating Our Way Through the Central Coast – A Taste of Dawn

[…]Our Way Through the Central Coast A Taste of Dawn – Dawn Garcia Avila Beach is a truly beautiful beachside city. With colorful vistas upon entering and the kindness of the locals, this is a place where everyone – of any age – should flock to. In fact, while staying […]

Highway 1 Discovery Route: A road to sustainable destinations

[…]de Oro State Park, home to some of the most beautiful uninhabited coastal property. At Avila Beach, visitors can sample wine and visit the local pier before heading to Edna Valley and Arroyo Grande Valley, which boasts rolling hills, vineyards, wildlife, and outdoor activities like fishing, windsurfing and sailing. At […]

Top 10 Things About Cambria

[…]along the beach, you will see some are colorful, shiny moonstones for which the beach was named. Moonstone Beach is one of many un-crowded beaches on the Cambria Coastline, but this one brings something extra special to residents and visitors. Enjoy the mile-long boardwalk or stroll in the sand. #7: […]

Brown Butter Cookie Co. in Cayucos is a must stop

Brown Butter Cookie Co. in Cayucos is a must stop By Heather Young Next to the beach, Brown Butter Cookie Company is one of the places I always stop. And every time we go to any beach at all, my 4-year-old daughter asks if it’s the town where the cookie […]