[…]For a more relaxed option, head over to the Sweet Springs Preserve and do some bird watching or nature photography. Rooms The Back Bay Inn has 16 rooms and suites for guests to choose from. Offering both downstairs and upstairs rooms, you can also choose from rooms with large patios, […]
Description Quiet Oaks Retreats welcomes you to enjoy nature and serenity with a visit to the Central Coast of California. Situated in the Arroyo Grande Valley, this secluded spot in San Luis Obispo County is a great choice for families or couples. Location Head inland from the Pacific Ocean a […]
[…]experienced hikers) in San Luis Obispo County, the Black Swift Falls Trail is simply signed “Nature Trail.” The base of the cliffs is only a half mile, but steep with about a 400-foot drop in elevation, and filled with breathtaking panoramas. It switchbacks down the vegetated hillside and ends at […]
[…]should note that births typically occur at night. Viewing by day, you’ll witness a real life nature show on display: Pups are known to weigh about 60 pounds and can soar to as much as 300 pounds at weaning. During the last week of nursing (about 24 days), a female […]
[…]of Highway 1. One way to keep these spaces safe, untouched, and open is by taking a docent-led nature walk along the preserve’s trail system to learn about the native plants and wildlife within the property. Visitors also have the option to get their hands dirty on volunteer work days […]
[…]pole, bucket and bait. Surf fishing in Oceano is the perfect opportunity to relax and connect with nature while you catch some large […]
[…]in early California history, Rancho history, Spanish colonial and Mexican history in California, nature education, conservation, habitat restoration and pre-contact history. The Rancho was an important stopping point along El Camino Real stagecoach route. It was the mail exchange point and on the trail to the gold rush fields in […]
[…]center for a view of the fresh-water lagoon and all its natural inhabitants. And don’t miss the nature store, where all sales support local state park programs and events.Jocko’s SteakhouseFor Santa Maria-Style BBQ, head to Jocko’s in Nipomo, where the steaks are fired over red oak coals. Known for its […]
Tooth & Nail Winery in Paso Robles is proudly pouring Tooth & Nail, Amor Fati, Force of Nature and Stasis wines. They can be found at 3090 Anderson Road, at the intersection of Highway 46 West, in Paso […]
[…]Named one of the “Best Places to Play” by Golf Digest, Cypress Ridge is a Peter Jacobsen Signature course known for manicured fairways and greens. Enjoy the natural scenery, as well as practice facilities, a thoughtfully-designed event venue and a seasonal Music on the Mesa concert series. Cypress Ridge Golf […]
[…]and Ontario Ridge TrailThese two trails run parallel to each other, but are very different in nature; together, they make a popular loop for locals and visitors alike. The Shell Beach Bluff Trail provides a paved, flat, wheelchair-accessible path with wide ocean views. The Ontario Ridge Trail, on the other […]
[…]Sea Otter and Snowy Plover. Easy flat-water access from our dock coupled with the abundance of nature make Morro Bay THE ideal kayaking […]
[…]pond — another relic of bygone ranching days — serves as a haven for local birdlife, inviting nature enthusiasts to pause and observe. At the 1.75-mile mark, the path dramatically meets the ocean bluffs. For the next 0.75 miles, hikers find themselves tracing the edge of the continent, with panoramic […]
Our farm was created from a dear love of nature and an absolute appreciation of Lavender. Join us here at the Farm for a unique look at Organic Lavender Farming here on the Central Coast of California. See up close how Lavender is grown and distilled. Learn about the […]
[…]Village include Melanee Sylvester Gallery, Cambria Fudge, Home Arts, Teresabelle Gallery, Exotic Nature and Maddie Mae’s Pet Pantry, just to list a […]
[…]hiking shoes and take the Ragged Point Trail. The trailhead for this hike is labeled simply “Nature Trail,” which doesn’t do justice to its views, beach, and secret waterfall. Head down the short, steep path to a secluded black sand beach and enjoy sea-level views. Looking back toward the cliffs, […]
Nature Inspired Boutique focusing on comfort and relaxation, whimsical decor and over 40 organic herbal teas with samples of the […]
[…]the park is home to countless species of plants and wildlife making it the perfect location for nature study, boating and fishing. Visitors can also enjoy other activities along the central coast including historic sites, golf courses, wineries and Hearst Castle – all a short drive from Santa Margarita […]
[…]our calendar includes California State Parks walks, hikes and lectures offered through the Pismo Nature Center. To view a list of upcoming docent-led walks, please visit our […]
[…]California Clydesdales. Much of the forest of Cambria Pines by the Sea Ranch is protected in a nature conservation easement so the beauty and magnificence of this ranch will last forever and now is your chance to experience the ranch and the horses like never before. We are opening our […]
