[…]tidal areas. Several roads south of Moonstone Beach lead down to this rugged and scenic stretch of coast. Once there, find coastal trails along the bluffs and terraces, all of them deserving to be photographed.Passed by the California State Legislature in 1999, the Marine Life Protection Act (MLPA) required the […]
[…]options. Whether you play on the dunes immediately following your flight or book the perfect coastal hotel or vacation rental to help you unwind, the coast’s best-kept secrets are at your fingertips. Home to incredible ocean views, enchanting wildlife and the only beach in the world you can drive onto, […]
[…]Whale Trail (Land-Based Whale Watching) There are over 50 Whale Trail sites up and down the west coast, but the six locations in Coastal San Luis Obispo County are the biggest cluster anywhere. If you’re staying around San Simeon and Cambria, you’ll want to check out the Whale Trail sites […]
[…]from the frothy sea to a towering 700-foot-tall ridge. With rocky shoreline, freshwater ponds, coastal grasslands, and a mix of rare native Monterey pine and coast live oak forest, wildlife thrives in this untouched habitat.In fact, 24 mammals reside in this coastal oasis, including badgers, mountain lions, bobcats, and long-tailed […]
[…]happening farm-to-fork food scene and up-and-coming wine country.Our guide on this stretch of the coast is the Highway 1 Road Trip, which offers maps, tips and suggestions for exploring the rich heritage of this lesser-known stretch of the coast. Our first stop after hitting the water is the rustic harbor of […]
[…]accessible trails run out-and-back at a total of four miles, twisting through a scenic 1,350-acre coastal reserve. Feel free to bring leashed dogs, but watch closely for ticks and rattlesnakes! It’s wild out there, people.Nearby and noteworthy: Stretching some 784 acres along the coast between Cayucos and Cambria, Harmony Headlands […]
[…]hills. Microclimates are also a factor: cold currents from Alaska keep the air fresh on the coast, while inland the volcanoes block the breeze, keeping the areas behind the peaks hot and dry. It’s this climate diversity that explains why such a variety of agricultural ventures can thrive in such […]
[…]the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve, an inviting oceanfront sanctuary offering visitors a rare expanse of coastal bliss, including dramatic cliffs and picturesque forests. Home to hundreds of birds—including some very rare species—you’ll have the satisfaction of spotting a multitude of feathered friends. While traveling along the Cambria coast, be sure to […]
[…]Chinese immigrants from the 1800s who were the first documented seaweed foragers on the central coast. As we walked along the coastline, Marley pointed out different varieties of seaweed and what they were popular for. “This is nori, and 93 percent of seaweed consumed in the world is nori,” he said. “The […]
[…]delights. (It’s a newer offshoot of the original weekends-only location 20 minutes up the coast in Cambria.)Don’t miss the famed blue corn waffles served savory (topped with eggs and other good stuff like house-made green salsa, caramelized onions, and Anaheim chiles) or sweet with fruit, maple syrup, and grass-fed butter. […]
[…]offers some of the most exciting and creative wine-and-dine experiences on the Central Coast. Check out the local wine scene with the Pacific Coast Wine Trail, which includes our local wineries and vineyards, or do a walking wine tasting tour of the village and visit the local wine bars. If […]
[…]and leave everything else behind as you immerse yourself in endless hiking trails throughout Wine Coast Country. Read More » Los Osos & Baywood 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. Read More » El Moro Elfin […]
[…]wine making and high-quality farming practices – the proprietors own one of the Central Coast’s premier vineyard management companies. The tasting room brings together their love of wine and cycling in the décor and accessories. WINES TO TRY: Peloton’s Criterium Bordeaux Blend is bold and rich with smooth tannins and […]
[…]areas around Big Sur and northern San Luis Obispo County, resulting in road closures on Pacific Coast Highway. Thanks to the efforts of Caltrans, the roadwork is officially completed, and the quintessential California experience along the most scenic coastlines in the world is now fully accessible. To celebrate this momentous […]
[…]to Table Like all Central Coast farmers markets, the Cayucos Farmers Market offers a wide variety of beautiful and delicious locally-grown produce. Farms along our stretch of Highway 1 enjoy a particularly mild climate that supports a vast array of fruits and vegetables. Indeed, the distance from farm to table […]
[…]men died that night from eating the bear’s meat. The Chumash people, indigenous to the Central Coast, often left diseased meat out to minimize competition for food. The bear was likely skinny for having eaten their tainted meat, the illness traveling from it to the Spaniards. Explore Oso Flaco Lake […]
[…]Shows like these sell out quickly ― further proof that the Oceano Melodrama is a Central Coast institution. What to expect Who to takeRemarkably, the Great American Melodrama satisfies everyone’s sense of humor, from young kids to great-grandma. Unless stated otherwise, all shows are rated G. (Some can be rated […]
[…]in lichen and their branches hang with moss. Other plant environments include dune oak scrub, coastal sage scrub, riparian woodland, and Central Coast scrub. Visitors often come to see the dwarf oaks that stand just six to eight feet tall, even after hundreds of years. Their growth has been stunted […]
[…]with the water temperatures normally ranging between 52 and 62 degrees, which makes touring the coastline an inviting experience. So go out and explore the wonders of the Central Coast from the best seat in the house, your […]
[…]down Moonstone Beach Drive, stop in to Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill for fresh favorites in a casual coastal setting. Open for brunch, lunch and dinner, the restaurant serves seafood like fish and chips, fish tacos, and the popular Moonstone Shrimp Salad. Satisfying sandwiches, burgers, steaks and pasta round out […]
