What: Public shark feeding and encounter When:During open hours. Check the Central Coast Aquarium’s most up-to-date exploration hours on their website. Reservation Required: No advance reservation is required, however Aquarium admission tickets apply and the tour is limited to 20 people. Visit the shark tank during feeding time and find out […]
Where can you hike, surf, paraglide, fish, dig for clams, ride horseback, and drive on the beach? In California, there’s only one place: the Oceano Dunes. The early Chumash people and the artists’ community of the Dunites both called this enormous system of coastal dunes home. But the Oceano Dunes […]
Discover Fishing Along Highway 1 Preparing to Fish Traveling Highway 1, it’s easy to see why fishing is so popular here along the Central California coastline. With miles of shoreline, both rocky and sandy, there’s always a new spot to drop your line. At the southern end of our special […]
Air Sports abound in Oceano and Nipomo, the perfect place to take to the skies. Whether you’re looking to land your plane at an airport that claims the coveted title of “closest to the Pacific” or dream of taking to the skies in a vintage WW2 era biplane, you’ll find […]
Looking for fun things to do in Oceano/Nipomo? Home to scenic dunes and great casual dining, this serene coastal oasis is one of Highway 1’s best kept secrets. Motor across the beach by day and take in live theater by night—It’s all on the roster. Ready to get out there? […]
From the north to the south, our stretch of Highway 1 offers a wealth of family-friendly fun, including trails, beaches, and wildlife viewing. Oceano and Nipomo are no exception, especially when it comes to our parks and open spaces. When your family travels Highway 1, Oceano and Nipomo’s parks give […]
Hungry visitors exploring Oceano and Nipomo are in for a delicious treat on Highway 1. After a day enjoying the Oceano Dunes, teeing off at Blacklake Golf Course or catching a show at the Great American Melodrama, there’s nothing like a hot, well-prepared meal. Oceano and Nipomo boast a diverse […]
Oceano provides one of the only beaches in California where it is legal to drive. The Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (SVRA) is open year-round. The area is popular with truck and dune buggy enthusiasts, as well as those looking to beat the heat, so reservations are recommended (particularly […]
The mysterious allure of Highway 1’s Oceano Butterflies, beaches, burgers and Bohemians Article Reposted from Roadrippers.com There’s something magical and mysterious about Oceano. An energy, a vibe, a culture, call it what you will, but it’s definitely there. In the 1930s and 1940s, Oceano’s dunes were home to a colony […]
The stretch of Highway 1 between Oceano and Nipomo is some of the most beautiful and biologically diverse coastline in the state. Here, 15 miles of dunes make up one of the largest coastal dune systems in California, with plenty of wildlife, flora and fauna to match. Watch for whales […]
Boarders of all styles, ages and abilities can’t believe their luck when they arrive in Oceano and Nipomo. The area is a family-friendly, natural playground for anyone who likes to ride — or anyone who wants to learn. Surfers, bodyboarders and skimboarders find plenty of space to play in the […]
A hike across the varied trails of Oceano or Nipomo means wildlife, peaceful lagoons, abundant native plants, and views of the Pacific coastline. These two towns lie within 10 minutes’ drive of each other on the southern end of our stretch of Highway 1. In this area, a wide array […]
A critical historic site for the development of San Luis Obispo County, the Oceano Train Depot now stands as a museum and community center. The museum features artifacts from the early Chumash people and the depot’s heyday, as well as exhibits about the so-called “Duneites” of the Oceano Dunes. Visitors […]
The Historic Oceano Train Depot The Oceano Train Depot is in near-original condition as when it was in use and is open for tours of this 1904 train depot that remains virtually untouched. The Oceano Depot was once the most important building in South San Luis Obispo County as all […]
Art and culture come alive in Oceano and Nipomo, providing enriching opportunities for the whole family to enjoy. From exploring California’s early Rancho history at the Dana Adobe & Cultural Center to discovering local art galleries and studios, experience a captivating mix of historical and creative offerings. Whether you step […]
Stressed? Nipomo/Oceano spa and massage services await to help you unwind and relax along Highway 1. With a variety of top notch spas nestled along enchanting sand dunes and fragrant Eucalyptus groves, you can easily return to your best self. Whether you book a therapeutic massage, explore infrared sauna offerings […]
The Oceano cultural mural was painted on the side of Chacho’s Mexican restaurant by local artist Oscar Pearson. As profiled by Rachel Showalter on KCBX: The Central Coast section of Highway 1 is one of the most scenic drives in America. A new mural in south San Luis Obispo County […]
Experience an “off road” adventure you will not forget by visiting the Oceano Dunes Visitor Center. Navigate this state-of-the-art center and engage in the hands-on exhibits of native dune and lagoon plant and animal species, Pismo clams, off-highway vehicles, and cultural history. Take an historical tour with a deeper look […]
Description Experience Beachfront Luxury in Oceano at this nautically themed house that is big enough for 10 people! A classic California vacation awaits at this large house situated right on the sandy beach with views of the Pacific. Location This house is in Oceano, California which is just to the […]
Exploring The Incredible Sand Dunes Of Oceano/Pismo Beach, California This post originally appeared here by Geoffrey Morrison Normally when you think of sand dunes you think of the Sahara, right? Or maybe Sir Lawrence’s Arabia. But probably not… the central California coast. While certainly not as expansive as the world’s full-size […]
