[…]and wave hello: Surfers are eager to rise early and paddle out at the Pico Creek and Moonstone Beach surf spots, where the curl is sweet and an up-close brush with local wildlife is certain. Part of the Cambria State Marine Park, these waters are also excellent for paddle-boarding (you can easily use the […]
[…]a classic road trip. Hidden Beach and Waterfall, Ragged PointMcWay Falls may be the most photographed waterfall on the Central Coast, but it’s not the only one. At Ragged Point, the steep, half-mile Black Swift Trail leads to a tiny black sand beach with a waterfall. Heads up: the trail can be slippery.Piedras Blancas […]
[…]There is parking included and street parking is available nearby. Guests can request to use the beach access pass if they want to drive on the beach and there are papasan chairs available to take with […]
[…]additional seats at the kitchen’s breakfast bar. The patio is directly on the soft sand of the beach. It is glassed in so you can enjoy the great views without having to battle the wind. Amenities The amenities at this non-smoking, beachfront vacation rental include high speed internet and cable […]
[…]enjoy. When you are able to pull yourself away from the Extensive Views rental you can explore the beach with its preserve and recreation areas. Just north on the sand is Pismo State Beach with its famous pier. Test the local restaurants to decide which one you think has the […]
[…]animals. Follow a trail from the parking lot to the beach. Once on the bluff top overlooking the beach, find a trail that leads down to the beach or tide pool area. Points of Interest This location is several miles long with lots of things to see. There are three […]
[…]on Grand Ave. Easier if you drive down to Pier Ave, though of course you miss part of the gorgeous beach. There’s a creek that divides the beach and the national park. This creek varies in depth during the day, and depending on recent weather. If you have a truck […]
[…]It winds its way down the 400 foot cliff to the ocean, where it ends at a hidden black sand beach, right at the base of a waterfall. The trail is steep but well-maintained, and it’s short, with plenty of epic switchbacks offering new and changing views of the water. […]
[…]No matter the season, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy. First and foremost, Cayucos is a beach town, centered on the stunning shoreline of Cayucos State Beach. Walk the historic Cayucos Pier, watch the surfers, or even fish for surfperch for your dinner. On sunny days, the uncrowded white […]
[…]easement in Estero Bluffs State Park, the Cayucos Land Conservancy (CLC) hosts an annual beach clean-up day. The morning of the third Saturday in September, locals and visitors turn out to rid the shoreline of debris and foreign objects. At previous clean-ups, volunteers have gathered over 200 pounds of trash […]
[…]areas that are north of the rock. If you’re imagining coming to a San Luis Obispo County beach town and seeing people of all ages in wet suits and swim suits roaming the beach, walking the pier, admiring the waves, and tying their surfboards to the tops of their cars, your […]
[…]best places to explore in Ocean visit: California Kiteboarding Van Curaza Surf School Pismo Beach Surf Shop Shell Beach Surf […]
[…]also happen here. Spooner’s Cove, just opposite the Spooner Ranch House, is a small, picturesque beach with white sand, a freshwater creek, and tidepools. This beach is very popular for picnics, sunbathing, and family exploring. It also provided a protected place to smuggle moonshine during the Prohibition, which is why […]
[…]cuts through the park, with W.R. Hearst Memorial Beach serving as the westernmost boundary. Other beaches included in the park are Moonstone Beach in Cambria, and Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Beach north of San Simeon. Find a variety of activities here, for all ages, from camping and picnicking to hiking, […]
[…]ample parking are available all year round. Wag more when you invite your four legged friend to a beach day of fun, sun and sand in Cayucos. Dog lovers will be happy to know that leashed pups are welcome to play along Cayucos State Beach from the Cayucos Pier southward […]
[…]take a trail down the face of a cliff, to witness the largest waterfall in the area. Views of the beach below are incredible, as are the ever-changing views of the cliffs to the north. The beach is rather exotic with the black sand, a common phenomenon on this section […]
[…]behemoth creatures. Photographs taken between 1994 and 1997 show small crowds standing on the beach next to the seals. “People were walking down the bluffs, onto the beach, milling around with the seals, putting their kids on the elephant seals’ backs and taking Polaroid photos,” says Michele Roest, a wildlife conservation biologist […]
[…]> San Luis Obispo > Cayucos Pismo Beach Pismo clams once drew throngs of visitors to Pismo Beach’s inviting shores, and while the clams’ population has declined over the years, the town still lures road-trippers who seek delectable seafood and wines, many from neighboring vineyards.Don a bib and smash away […]
[…]Several lounge chairs await you from the private patio overlooking the beach. Amenities Beachfront. Beachfront. Beachfront. Does anything else matter? The good news is that Gorgeous Oceanfront has you covered with a barbecue grill and outdoor dining area. There is also an outdoor shower to wash the sand away before […]
[…]along the route. Spend a few nights and you will have the opportunity to explore the beautiful beaches. These sandy shores are known for being both scenic and uncrowded. Cayucos State Beach is always a popular choice for its easy access and variety of activities. But other beaches nearby offer […]
