[…]activity here, whether you choose to spend a day on the water or stay on the shore and check out the Whale Trail. If wildlife spotting is popular with your group, be sure to download our Wildlife Viewing Map before heading out. It’s also a good idea to review our […]
[…]activity here, whether you choose to spend a day on the water or stay on the shore and check out the Whale Trail. If wildlife spotting is popular with your group, be sure to download our Wildlife Viewing Map before heading out. It’s also a good idea to review our […]
[…]activity here, whether you choose to spend a day on the water or stay on the shore and check out the Whale Trail. If wildlife spotting is popular with your group, be sure to download our Wildlife Viewing Map before heading out. It’s also a good idea to review our […]
[…]activity here, whether you choose to spend a day on the water or stay on the shore and check out the Whale Trail. If wildlife spotting is popular with your group, be sure to download our Wildlife Viewing Map before heading out. It’s also a good idea to review our […]
[…]views so stunning you’ll find yourself gasping out loud.To help you make the most of your time there, these are the best things to do along California’s Highway 1 Road Trip. #1 Visit the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal RookeryIt won’t cost you a dime to visit one of the most […]
[…]here, too. At Shamel Park, on the eastern edge of Moonstone Beach, find an interpretive sign from the Whale Trail. This national organization identifies the best places to see whales, and the lookout from Moonstone Beach is one such spot. Gray whales are commonly seen from here, as well as […]
[…]Avila Beach Farmers Market and live entertainment. Tuck into a romantic meal with an ocean view, then hit the hay with a night’s stay in one of many comfortable lodging options. Come to Avila Beach for the Farmers Market, and stay for the beauty, wine, and great restaurants. Near the […]
[…]are all showcased at the fair. Plus, check out a slew of fascinating exhibits while you’re there: The Ponderosa building features locally grown produce; an art gallery is dedicated to local photographs and paintings; and the flower building offers up locally grown flowers and plants in all their colorful splendor. […]
[…]bring you right to the heart of Highway 1. To fall in love with the MBNMS, discover resources like the Whale Trail, the Coastal Discovery Center, and seaweed foraging tours. These and many more opportunities for eye-opening moments can be found on our Stewardship Travel For Good list. Explore the […]
[…]Trail passes by a seasonal stream.Oak View TrailThe Oak View Trail loop travels further south than the others, through oaks and chaparral woodlands. El Moro Elfin ForestAlso 90 acres, this state-preserved natural area features pygmy oaks much like those at the Los Osos Oaks State Natural Reserve. Among maritime chaparral […]
[…]family friendly dining options alongside historical sites of interest. For visitors interested in the latter, the old Hoosegow jailhouse and Swinging Foot Bridge are both a few minute’s walk from the station. Oceano Monarch Butterfly Grove Butterfly viewing is a common activity for travelers utilizing the electric vehicle charging station […]
[…]that you’ll have to make more frequent stops than you would if you were traveling solo but, in the end, these stops are good for you too. You’ll stretch your legs, nourish and hydrate your body, and notice all of the green grass and nature along the way just like your furry […]
[…]beds. Standing on a bluff above the Pacific and looking 200 yards out to sea, I watch a humpback whale, then a second one, surface and submerge. Several coyotes serenade me from the nearby hills. Back in the trees a great horned owl hoots. With no sign of civilization, except […]
[…]action-packed family fun with the thrill of the great outdoors. This one’s for those who crave the wind in their face and their pulse at a quicker pace, so don’t say we didn’t warn you. 2. The All Terrain-Er Whether by steed or by dune buggy, you’re all about the […]
[…]important that creatures remain undisturbed in their natural habitat; do not touch, move, or bother them in any way. For ideas of how best to view wildlife throughout our stretch of Highway 1, have a look at our Wildlife Viewing Tips page. Explore Sea Life and Tide pools Tide Times […]
[…]spectacle that you might be surprised to find tucked away along Highway 1. If you’ve never seen these otherworldly beauties flutter in unison, plan to do so October through February, when populations are at their peak. This truly is a magical experience! Pismo Preserve With a stunning network of open […]
[…]to do. Staying at the beach means you are close to all the coastal wildlife. Be sure to check out the Whale Trail spots throughout the area. The signs detail more than just the whale you are likely to see here. You can also get up close and personal with […]
[…]to do. Staying at the beach means you are close to all the coastal wildlife. Be sure to check out the Whale Trail spots throughout the area. The signs detail more than just the whale you are likely to see here. You can also get up close and personal with […]
[…]and up into the pine trees. There is a side trail to an overlook above San Simeon Creek and the Park. The main trail then cuts north along the shady side of a bluff, crossing a creek or boggy area on another walk, then up a long hill to the […]
[…]by stunning seaside views. Avila Beach Wedding Venue Looking for the perfect wedding venue by the sea? The Avila Beach Golf Resort hosts weddings of all sizes, from intimate affairs to big, boisterous celebrations. Here, the sound of crashing waves and sea birds make for a picturesque backdrop for your […]
