Come savor wines in the pines and sip by the sea! Within walking distance of Moonstone Beach, our tasting room features award-winning red and white varietals in Cambria’s quaint West Village shopping district. Our small family winery handcrafts wine in limited lots from grapes sourced from the best local vineyards. […]
[…]shops, plus a handful of gorgeous beaches to choose from. A few of our favorites include Avila Beach City Beach (where you’ll find the 1,600-foot-long Avila Pier), Cave Landing Beach (which feels somewhat secluded), and Fisherman’s Beach (a tiny yet scenic stretch of sand). The historic Point San Luis Lighthouse is […]
[…]notable Highway 1 destinations, including Hearst Castle, Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery and Moonstone Beach, this is one road stop cut above the rest. Seaside Foods in Sebastian’s General Store Restaurants in Cambria Cambria’s East and West Villages serve up a cozy dining experience where pines meet the sea. Talented […]
[…]Bay and Cayucos along iconic Highway 1.Begin at Leffingwell Landing in Cambria. Ride south along Moonstone Beach Drive and connect with Highway 1, again traveling south. The first 16 miles will have you speeding past the tiny town of Harmony, Harmony Headlands and Estero Bluffs State Parks. At Cayucos, stop […]
The Moonstone Day Spa reflects the gifts of nature, which are abound in Cambria. Our focus is to facilitate the experience of the connection between mind, body and spirit; the connection between one’s own body and a sense of self; the connection to Nature and to Spirit. Our treatment products […]
Description The Chateau Over Moonstone Cellars is a vacation rental unlike any other in Cambria, California. This modern one bedroom is located directly above a wine tasting room in a great downtown location. Location Cambria, California is a sophisticated choice for a Highway 1 road trip stopping point. From here, […]
[…]short drive north from Cayucos lies the quaint town of Cambria. Although best known for its famous Moonstone Beach, kids will adore Shamel Park—a hidden gem for families exploring Highway 1 by car. With an enticing play structure right on the beach, Shamel Park invites children to frolic in the […]
[…]Cambria Shores Inn invites everyone to their oceanfront venue for wine tasting at Madeline’s on Moonstone. David Stoothoff, owner of Madeline’s, along with owners of Cambria Shores Inn, Kim and Leslie Eady, have combined talents to bring a special wine tasting experience to the coast! Madeline’s features private labels by […]
[…]to Wyoming and everywhere in between, these are the best beaches in every state.California: Avila BeachThe list of beaches in California is very long. San Diego County alone has more than 40! For a unique adventure, travel to Avila Beach, located along the famous Highway 1 Road Trip on the state’s central […]
[…]Bluff Trail is an effortless hike that delivers handsomely on coastal allure. Crossing from Shell beach and into Avila Beach to the north, you’ll take in the unparalleled beauty of Mallagh Landing (a.k.a. Pirate’s Cove), a view not unlike a fine oil painting. The Ontario Ridge Trail requires a steep […]
[…]Cambria beach hike brimming with classic coastal scenery. Super accessible and easy to hike, The Moonstone Beach Trail features rolling waves, glittering tide pools and a chance to catch up with your favorite audiobook or podcast. At just 2.85-miles out-and-back, all skill levels can stroll these quiet bluffs (plus, leashed […]
[…]adventure! Explore Cycling Along Highway 1 Road Biking in Cambria – Cycle Central Coast Routes Beach to Beach At 35 miles out and back, this route travels from Cambria to Cayucos, two sweet beach towns along Highway 1. This is a great route for gourmets, with plenty of fresh, local […]
[…]your board and head to the dunes. Fishing is another way to spend time near the water near Pismo Beach. Beaches in Oceano and along Highway 1 past the Nipomo Mesa stretch for miles, offering some of the best surf fishing in California. Skip the crowded fishing spots in Pismo […]
[…]and Noteworthy:Moonstone mission: Perhaps one of SLO CAL’s most beautiful beaches, Cambria’s Moonstone Beach is an ethereal outpost where beach-combing is elevated to art form. Early settlers came upon the name thanks to the smooth, otherworldly stones found underfoot—so keep your eyes peeled for glittering treasure of your own. With […]
[…]section, where colorful and artistic games and toys delight young visitors. The shop also offers beach essentials like beach towels, sunglasses, apparel and more. The enchanting entrance to the Under the Sea Gallery Point San Luis Lighthouse This historic lighthouse designed by architect Paul J Pelz first began operating in […]
[…]Pismo State BeachToday, this state beach is known widely for its great waves and consistent surf. Many pro surf competitions and invitationals happen here, like those for Surf For Hope and the World Surf League. But it isn’t just pros who ride here. Surfers of all ages from across the […]
[…]surf spot is as close to the rock as it gets. Although technically part of Morro Strand, this beach is often referred to as Morro Rock Beach by locals and travelers alike, for reasons that will become obvious the moment you arrive. Easily stroll the base of Morro Rock, keeping […]
[…]Dollar Beach, San Carpoforo Creek, Willow Creek and Ragged Point Beach in San Simeon. Beaches like Moonstone Beach in Cambria offer surfing, bodyboarding, and exploration of its famous “moonstones” and seaglass — all within walking distance of town. In Cayucos, well-known waves at the Cayucos Pier stand alongside lesser-known waves […]
[…]pandemic and road repairs but is finally slated to reopen this spring. Explore the tide pools on Moonstone Beach, which are filled with brightly colored sea anemone and sea stars. Stay at White Water (from $259), a lodge that opened just steps from the ocean in 2020, or pitch a […]
[…]travels a wide dirt road along Ontario Hill – the ridge that runs east to west and divides Avila Beach and Shell Beach. At 1.75 miles out-and-back, this trail takes in a vibrant oak and manzanita grove, spacious ocean views at the top, and 575 feet of elevation for a […]
