[…]look to the Irish Hills for 13 miles of easy and intermediate mountain biking trails.Biking from Avila BeachA ride to or from Avila Beach will always include a forest of sycamore trees and fun in the sun. The closest destinations to Avila Beach are Edna Valley 12 miles east and […]
[…]This beautiful vacation rental house is tucked into the mountains, just across from the Avila Beach Golf Resort. It is also just a short walk to the sandy beach and Avila Pier. Location Set along the edge of downtown Avila Beach, A Wave from it All, is indeed away from […]
[…]Beach Polar Bear PlungeHistoryIn 2013, local friends Alan Raul and Cary Geihs decided to take a quick New Year’s Day dip to go out with the old and in with the new. The next year, they invited friends and the event has since blossomed to include thousands of eager dippers.ExperienceReady […]
[…]also make you want to come back for more. Location Staying here you will be just one block from Avila Beach, which you can see from the balcony. Spend your days exploring the different beaches in town and strolling the piers. Or head across the way to play a round […]
[…]about Miami and Laguna Beach! The 10 Best Coastal Small Towns – each with a population of fewer than 25,000 people as of the last census – offer unpretentious and affordable seaside fun without the crowds, proving that bigger isn’t always better. “Los Osos, California seems to have it all,” […]
[…]more challenging ride into See Canyon). This is a relatively flat out-and-back ride to picturesque Avila Beach. Experience the popular Bob Jones Bike Trail, then taste several wines with a view of the ocean. Start at the Amtrak Station in SLO, then travel north on Santa Rosa Street, toward downtown. […]
[…]with ocean views. Try the executive 9-hole course at Sea Pines Golf Resort, as well as foot golf and disc golf. Or head to Dairy Creek Golf Course for a links-style 9-hole course that’s easygoing enough for beginners, and challenging enough for seasoned golfers. KayakingKayaking enthusiasts love Los Osos for […]
[…]Ridge Course. There are several other courses in the area that are well regarded, including Avila Golf Resort situated next to the Pacific. After a long day on the links, plan to check out one of the notable restaurants in town. Layout Cypress Paradise has 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, […]
[…]geared towards casual and beginner riders. Spin from forest to sea on the Bob Jones trail in Avila Beach, a flat, easy ride that runs through bucolic creek habitat to a white sand beach. Easily rent bikes at a number of locations along Highway 1, allowing couples to pack light […]
[…]On November 3, 2023, guests are invited to a Grand Tasting and VIP Rare and Reserve tasting at Avila Beach Golf Resort, or Savor by the Sea, a tasting held at the Central Coast Aquarium.In Oceano, you’re invited to cheer the hero and boo the villain at the Great American […]
[…]vacation rental is located within a gated community in the Pacific town of Avila Beach. This popular property is just a two minute walk to downtown Avila and its beautiful beaches and pier. There is a large promenade on the beachfront that is lined with unique shops and restaurants. For […]
[…]gear, and photos, as well as a 1907 wooden caboose and a 1940s Southern Pacific boxcar to explore.Golf Courses (Blacklake & Monarch Dunes)Why not get in a round of golf before dinner and a show? Courses ranging from laid-back to challenging lie within minutes of the Great American Melodrama. Try […]
[…]compares to the experience of taking in the SLO CAL coastline on horseback. Reserve a guided beach walk in Oceano or Pismo Beach, or find your trail in Cambria, Montana de Oro State Park or nearby Templeton. There are options for every kind of rider here, from beginners who want […]
[…]miss the Whale Trail’s other sights on our section of Highway 1, including Oceano, Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, Los Osos-Baywood (at Montana de Oro State Park), Morro Bay, Cayucos, Cambria, and W.R. Hearst State Beach in San Simeon. 3. Get a walking tour of historic Cambria. The little hamlet of […]
[…]along Highway 1. They are in San Simeon (two sites), Cambria, Cayucos, Los Osos-Baywood Park, Avila Beach, and Oceano. Each of these Whale Trail spots includes interpretive signs with information about which whales can be visible, when to watch, and what to look for. These are all easy places to […]
[…]Pirates Park on Avila Beach Ahoy, mateys! This parrrrrrk is arrrrrrguably the very best (and only!) pirate-themed park around, with a seaside view and plenty of room to play. A sandy bottom surface makes Pirates Park safe for little ones, while older kids get a kick out of trying to […]
[…]bikers take to the trails to enjoy this beautiful, protected open space, perfect for exploring. Avila Beach Bird Sanctuary Did you know that Avila Beach lies directly in the path of the Pacific Flyway? This 4,000-mile route between the Arctic and Mexico’s west coast sees at least 1 billion migrating […]
[…]day-use area offering 24 picnic sites, parking, restrooms, water faucets, barbecue facilities and beach access. The beach lies off Highway 1 in San Simeon, just down the hill from Hearst Castle (in fact, the beach was once a port to receive shiploads of antiques for Mr. Hearst’s home). Tucked inside […]
[…]Seal Rookery in San Simeon (also home to Heart Castle), before looping south to Cayucos and Avila Beach on your way back to SLO. If you splurge on just one stay, make it the new White Water lodge on Moonstone Beach in Cambria, where Scandinavia meets California in a bohemian beach […]
[…]the best beaches that San Luis Obispo County has to offer. What more could you ask for? Location Avila Beach is a destination town located along Highway 1. This small but friendly community offers scenic beaches and great attractions. Live a glamorous life with wine and craft beer tasting in […]
