[…]bit-by-bit or all at once, you’ll be a changed person by the time you kick up your clips at the end of the ride. A couple organizations can help make your Highway 1 ride a success. Check out Cycle Central Coast, a guide to various routes between Ragged Point and […]
[…]totaling 1.5 miles through this quiet, ancient oak forest. Elfin Forest The Elfin Forest stands on the northeast end of Los Osos Baywood Park, facing onto the Morro Bay National Estuary. The forest is so named after its tiny elfin oak trees, whose growth has been stunted from hundreds of […]
[…]SLO CAL Coast as it existed during the time of native tribes: raw, rugged and untamed. Located at the Southern tip of Cambria, the Kenneth S. Norris Rancho Marino Reserve extends from the frothy sea to a towering 700-foot-tall ridge. With rocky shoreline, freshwater ponds, coastal grasslands, and a mix […]
[…]unwind after Highway 1’s many coolcation adventures — plus, local wine is on-hand to enhance the therapeutic effect. Coolcationing in Nipomo & Oceano Where wilderness and farmland meets rolling dunes, Nipomo and Oceano offer up an otherworldly summer retreat. While other destinations might restrict outdoor adventures to early morning or […]
[…]an excellent chance of spotting grey and humpback whales up close throughout the year. Humpback whales come to the Central Coast every summer to feed on huge schools of sardines and anchovies and stay through late fall. California Grey whales pass right through Estero Bay on their long west coast […]
[…]General Store has operated throughout San Simeon’s many different eras. Built in 1852 at the peak of the whaling industry, the Sebastian Brothers provided goods and services to whalers, fishermen, miners, and neighboring ranches. In its earliest days, Sebastian Brothers General Merchandise in San Simeon Bay was the significant shipping […]
[…]cliffside sunset spectacle—perhaps the most impressive along Highway 1. Ragged Point perches on the southern edge of Big Sur, where dramatic cliffs cascade into the foamy sea below. Beloved by generations of road trippers, Ragged Point Inn offers panoramic views from your car or the inn’s seating area surrounded by […]
[…]to answer your questions at the Paulding House by appointment. The house is also open to the public the first Saturday of the month from noon to 3 p.m. Call 805-473-3231 for more information. CASS HOUSE IN CAYUCOS Kick back in SLO CAL’s original coastal hangout. The Captain James Cass House, located in downtown Cayucos, […]
[…]moment of pure joy at the the Cayucos Beach Playground 4. Hardie Park in Downtown Cayucos Named after a family of Scottish immigrants who settled here in Cayucos’s early days as a town, Hardie Park is another multi-faceted public space with a lot to offer. Just a few minutes’ walk […]
[…]out all the restaurants and good eats in San Simeon. More to Explore on Highway 1 Check out these other amazing places on the Highway 1 Road Trip in San Luis Obispo County. Explore the Highway 1 Road Trip Click each image for more […]
[…]is the gray whale that passes town on the way north every spring, often with a calf in tow. Follow the Whale Trail into Cayucos, then step out on the famous Cayucos Pier, paddle from shore in a kayak, or ascend Estero Bluffs for the best scoping perspectives. Should you […]
[…]of dolphins! For those wanting to truly get an experience out of the pier, keep an eye out for the Whale Trail interpretative sign. The Whale Trail follows species of whales along the California coast, and Cayucos falls right on the path! Gray whales are most often seen in March […]
[…]of Highway 1—the wildlife stop by, too! Each fall, whales can be seen offshore with the help of the Whale Trail, which highlights the best places for peeping a fin, flipper or tail in the distance. The Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery in San Simeon also invites the public to […]
[…]The 1,400 square feet of this upstairs unit are designed to take advantage of its proximity to the coast. The open layout features a high end kitchen with a large eating counter that opens onto the living area. The adjacent dining area takes advantage of the natural light from French […]
[…]and is open to the kitchen and dining area. The two-sided fireplace adds to the coziness of the space. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and a breakfast counter. The master suite has a Cal king bed with canopy and seating area. The second bedroom has a queen size bed […]
[…]rent a kayak and paddle the bay. If you prefer to stay on dry land, there are many great hikes in the area. The nearby Bob Jones Trail is a popular path for walking, jogging and cycling. Layout There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms to accommodate up to 4 […]
[…]of sand to enormous pine forests. And, Cambria’s artists capture it all. Meet the locals as they take the stage at the local theaters or perform live music nightly, and many venues feature al fresco dining and musical entertainment! #10: Nothing…nothing at all… Cambria is the perfect place to be […]
[…]With miles of shoreline, both rocky and sandy, there’s always a new spot to drop your line. At the southern end of our special stretch of Highway 1, the sister towns of Oceano and Nipomo offer a variety of fishing opportunities. Here, you’ll find pier fishing, surf fishing, kayak fishing […]
[…]Each 2 ½ hour narrated tour explains the history, habits, and other interesting information about the whales that frequent the central California coast. You will also experience many types of sea life found here and enjoy the scenic California coastline. The waters off Morro Bay are home to an incredible […]
[…]Wait California dreaming? Think again. Some people take trips. They lock dates and make plans. Then there are those who let the trip take them. Folks like these look across the cliffs, the vines, and the waves along our stretch of Highway 1 in SLO CAL, and they see a […]
