[…]Watching on the Whale TrailEncountering the majesty of whales traveling the Pacific shoreline should be on every solo traveler’s bucket list. Here on Highway 1, it’s possible to spy a puff from a blowhole, a fin or a tail out at sea, or even close-up. You just need to know […]
[…]Highway 1 Road Trip’s Whale Trail features ten unique stops nestled along the coast. Look for the Whale Trail signs along your way for more information and handy viewing tips. Each stop is well positioned for catching sight of these majestic creatures, which make the bulk of their appearances December-May. […]
[…]much of his fortune in 1937, he began dismantling the zoo — a process that lasted 15 years. Even then, the Hearst zoo never fully disappeared; zebras continue to cruise the property, as well as several other descendent species. Spying the zebras’ iconic black and white stripes along Highway 1 […]
[…]alike enjoy walking the pier, casting off for surfperch, rockfish, walleye, and halibut. Look for the Whale Trail sign at the base of the pier for tips on how to spot a migrating whale offshore. The pier also offers great views of the many surfers who take on the waves […]
[…]and wonder? We’re going to let you in on a little local secret: Follow iconic Highway 1 to The Southern End of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and don’t forget to pack your sense of adventure. You’ll soon be exploring untouched beaches, vibrant tide pools and lush kept forests teeming with rarely seen sea-life, […]
[…]Trail The Whale Trail organization identifies the best places for whale watching on the West Coast. And guess what? San Luis Obispo County boasts 10 of those sites — the most of any county in California. Find a trail sign, learn what to look for, and enjoy the search for […]
[…]de Oro is a true expression of Highway 1’s natural abundance. Tucked along the southern end of the Estero Bay, this 8,000-acre state park is one of California’s largest, with pebbly beaches, coastal trails and vibrant tide pools galore. Explore the popular Bluff Trail, the more challenging Valencia Peak Trail, […]
[…]lies the Sycamore Mineral Springs meditation garden. Walk the labyrinth, put one foot in front of the other, and enjoy the presence and focus that comes with that simple action. Lunch at the Avila Valley Barn’s Smokehouse Love the Bob Jones Trail? Take it to Ontario Road, hang a right, […]
[…]WatchingCambria is designated as one of the top places for whale watching by The Whale Trail, a national organization. Find The Whale Trail’s informative interpretive sign at Shamel Park, adjacent to Moonstone Beach — and don’t forget your binoculars. Elephant SealsA treasure of the Central Coast lies just north of […]
[…]might reward you with flatfish like sand dabs, sole and prized halibut. When summer warmth bathes the coast, watch for migratory visitors like mackerel, striped seaperch and jacksmelt dancing below the surface. Spring brings special opportunities—try bloodworms, lugworms or gulp worms in shallow, sun-warmed spots for sand dabs and surfperch. […]
[…]waterfalls and small pools. At the 34 mile mark, stop for lunch or breakfast on the patio at the Whale Watcher’s Cafe in Gorda before heading back south. Returning through Big Sur, reach Ragged Point and stop for an ice cream, coffee, or farm-fresh meal at the Ragged Point Inn. […]
[…]to life. Or, on your ride to Avila Beach, head to the Avila Beach Pier and watch for whales using the Whale Trail interpretive sign. See the Stewardship Travel for Good page for more ideas on how to make the most of your time […]
[…]migrate up and down the West Coast, between southern Canada and San Diego. Eastern Monarchs, on the other hand, live east of the Rocky Mountains and migrate south each winter to Mexico. A sunny winter day offers ideal conditions to see Monarch butterflies along Highway 1. Monarch butterflies become active […]
[…]be awed by our abundance. Whale Watching San Luis Obispo County boasts a whopping 10 sites along the Whale Trail ― the highest number of any county in California. Each Whale Trail station displays interpretive signs for identifying species and discussing seasonal migration patterns. Gray whales, humpback whales, Minke whales, […]
[…]blows, tail flukes and dorsal fins. Big splashes may indicate a whale has just breached. Look for The Whale Trail viewing sites along the Highway 1 Road Trip. Stay on trails Going off trail may harm animal habitat or bird nesting areas. Keep dogs and children safe by staying on […]
[…]to the migration, which brings a kaleidoscope of Monarchs to the Central Coast. Whale Trail The Whale Trail organization has identified the best whale watching spots on the West Coast, and one of them is in Oceano! Look for the interpretive sign on the overlook to Pismo State Beach at […]
[…]rails. In the coastal scrub, see California Thrashers, Blue-Gray Gnatsnatchers, and Wrentits. Then on the beach, find Scoters, Loons, Grebes and Sooty Shearwaters in fall and winter, as well as gulls and shorebirds. Bird Watching Lopez Lake In and around the Lopez Lake Recreation Area, a number of hard-to-find species […]
[…]in reading storytime events, as well as hosting camps throughout the summer. Keep an eye out for the Whale Trail sign at nearby Avila Beach! Once found, you’ll be able to identify any nearby whales, sea lions, and other traveling animals typically spotted in the area! Avila Beach Pier The […]
[…]constructed in 1872, which offers prime photo opportunities and excellent whale watching along the Whale Trail. (Gray whales frequent these waters December through April, while humpbacks appear in spring and summer months.) As dinnertime approaches, head to Schooner’s where fresh seafood and craft cocktails complement the stunning ocean vistas from […]
[…]sighted from W.R. Hearst Memorial Beach, attracting thousands of visitors throughout the year. The Whale Trail recognizes this beach as one of the most important whale watching points on the West Coast. Head to the pier, where a Whale Trail display identifies whales that migrate in these waters, as well […]
