[…]Moonstone Beach doesn’t allow dogs, but pups can walk the scenic Moonstone Beach Boardwalk on leash.Dog-Friendly Beaches in Cambria Cayucos Cayucos State Beach invites on-leash dogs to enjoy its sun and sand from the Pier south to Chaney Avenue.Dog-Friendly Beaches in Cayucos Los Osos Sunbathe or go tide-pooling with your […]
[…]Avila Beach provides several handy launching spots. For open-water kayaking, head to the main beach at the Avila Beach Pier, and push off directly from the sand. For access to a variety of kelp beds and caves, paddle south toward Mallagh Landing/Pirates Cove and Shell Beach. This is an easier […]
[…]at Oceanpoint RanchOceanpoint Ranch is a fun, family-friendly hotel situated on Moonstone Beach. With enjoyable amenities like lawn games, a private beach trail, and firepits on which you can roast s’mores, there’s plenty to do at this destination alone.17. Grabe a bite at Brown Butter Cookie CompanyA drive-by style kind of place, Brown Butter Cookie […]
[…]and outside showers available. Dogs on-leash are also welcome on the beach. Explore Cayucos State Beach Cayucos Beach Overview The waterfront along the charming coastal town of Cayucos, this state beach has something for everyone. In fact, Cayucos State Beach has been named one of California’s best beaches by publications, […]
[…]Try the Avila Beach Trolley, which offers free rides from several locations, including Pismo Beach and Shell Beach. Stop off at 1st Street in Avila Beach to reach the Farmers Market, and get a free “Market Buck” every time you ride! Alternatively, cyclists and walkers can take the Bob Jones […]
[…]from the West Village to the East Village, or discover eateries along Moonstone Drive near Moonstone Beach and the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk. Delight in the best restaurants in Cambria and savor the unique flavors this charming coastal community has to offer. Discover Dining in Cambria Linn’s Restaurant Linn’s Restaurant is […]
[…]as well as accessible restroom facilities. But the best feature at Shamel Park is its proximity to Moonstone Beach: the shoreline is mere steps away. This ethereal beach is named after its smooth, wave-worn “moonstones” and seaglass. Specific varieties include chalcedony, jasper and jade, all of which wash up on […]
[…]find a magical beach near Hearst Castle, look no further than the William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. This beach once bustled as a whaling outpost, and later as a port for receiving antiquities to adorn W.R. Hearst’s hilltop estate. Today, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach provides the scenery, sand, and […]
[…]days here, and you’ll depart smitten with your surroundings and seduced by the sea air. Avila Beach is a place where you can pick your perfect paradise. While in Avila Beach, take a step back in time to the Point San Luis Lighthouse. Visit this historic lightstation, on the National […]
[…]two steam rooms and private shower area to cap off the experience. Plus, with close proximity to Moonstone Beach, visitors are able to search for moonstones or stroll the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk before indulging in a luxurious spa treatment. Moonstone Day Spa Moonstone day Spa in Cambria is known for […]
[…]Tidepools Moonstone BeachFew beaches offer as many tide pooling experiences as Moonstone Beach, which runs parallel to Cambria’s Moonstone Drive. Here, miles of sandy and stony shore provide shelter for creatures of all shapes and sizes among the tidepools. Especially look for tide pools along the northern shore of the […]
[…]to bluster through the afternoon. Dress accordingly and expect an epic day traversing the coast. Moonstone Beach Trail Cambria hiking at its most accessible and panoramic, this 2.85-mile out-and-back bluff trail features classic coastal scenery. Look for wildlife, explore tide pools on the beach, or admire the scenery from a […]
[…]crucial habitat for steelhead trout (the river empties into the Pacific on the northernmost side). Moonstone Beach Trail Moonstone Beach Trail is an easy, ADA-accessible boardwalk trail that boasts plenty of exciting seaside detours. A 2.6-mile out-and-back trail popular for casual walking, you’ll find fun coastal experiences located all along […]
[…]from the Central Coast Aquarium, locals and visitors alike at the main beach in front of the Avila Beach Promenade, Olde Port Beach or Pirate’s Cove from 9 a.m. to noon. Together, we can all do our part to keep unwanted litter from mucking up Avila’s sparkling shoreline. In conjunction […]
[…]and out, The Coastal Taproom is the ideal destination for libations and fun. Madeline’s on Moonstone Beach Savor a sophisticated evening of wine tasting and light fare at Madeline’s on Moonstone Beach in Cambria. Located along scenic Moonstone Beach Drive, this romantic spot offers a refined ambiance with stunning ocean […]
[…]of the many fun activities available at Shamel Park in Cambria. The six-acre park offers access to Moonstone Beach and includes a seasonal swimming pool, children’s area, and picnic facilities. How to get to Shamel Park Take Highway 1 north to Windsor Boulevard, turn left and drive until you reach […]
[…]and relaxing wine tasting rooms are all within walking distance. Walk with the Moonstones Moonstone Beach boardwalk offers up an elevated stroll along one of Highway 1’s most impressive beaches. Follow the scent of salt and spray to the water’s edge: an afternoon of open air discovery beckons. Venture down […]
[…]Harford Pier is also a popular lookout point for whale watching, as is the main pier in Avila Beach. Certain whale species travel through Avila Beach at different times throughout the year, and sometimes even make an extended pit stop in the bay here. Standing on one of these piers […]
[…]of sea-salted Brown Butter Cookie Company cookies, or walking the Estero Bluffs State Park trails. Moonstone Beach Boardwalk A walk along the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk in charming Cambria affords visitors some of Highway 1’s most picturesque vistas. The one-mile ADA-accessible path travels parallel to pretty Moonstone Beach, known for its […]
[…]of this delicate ecology and its inhabitants provides a great preview to tide pooling and beach combing on Avila Beach just a few feet away. Stewardship of the ocean and land surrounding Avila Beachhas long been an important local mission. Collect a free Stewardship Clean-up Kit at participating lodging properties and […]
