[…]available for wildlife viewing here.) What you might see whale watching in San Simeon Gray whales, minke whales, harbor seals, California sea lions and sea otters can be spotted in these sites often. And occasionally? People have spied harbor porpoises, Pacific white-sided dolphins, humpback whales and even orcas. When to […]
What: Public shark feeding and encounter When:During open hours. Check the Central Coast Aquarium’s most up-to-date exploration hours on their website. Reservation Required: No advance reservation is required, however Aquarium admission tickets apply and the tour is limited to 20 people. Visit the shark tank during feeding time and find out […]
[…]your family to trek the Bluff or Hazard Reef Trails, you’re sure to appreciate the journey, whale or no whale. Sweeping ocean vistas surround Montana de Oro Estero Bluffs Just north of Morro Bay, Cayucos’ peaceful Estero Bluffs beckons with a vast, breezy outpost perfect for spotting whales on the […]
[…]whale watching aboard our 24-passenger power catamaran Dos Osos. The show stopping humpback whales come to the Central Coast in order to feed before heading south for the winter. Amongst the humpback whales you are likely to see sea otters, sea lions and dolphins. Join us for a three to […]
[…]California. We have a 6 passenger maximum per trip making this the most personal and interactive whale watching trip on the west coast. We are honored to have been rated the best boat tour in the San Luis Obispo area for the past 8 years on both TripAdvisor and YELP. […]
[…]popular than ever. The most common whales spotted off the Central Coast of California are humpback whales, blue whales and grey whales, though sometimes orca whales are seen off the coast of Avila Beach. ———————– Be a featured photographer on our page! Share your photos on the our Facebook page or hashtag #Highway1DiscoveryRoute from […]
Whale watching can be a truly memorable and once-in-a-lifetime experience. When whales are migrating, Morro Bay makes an excellent starting point for your trip. Ensure a safe and pleasant viewing experience for everyone by following NOAA’s marine wildlife viewing guidelines. There are 2 main companies offering regular excursions: Sub Sea Tours & […]
[…]secure cockpit we voyage along the coast, often in the company of sea lions, sea otters, dolphins, whales and an abundant number of seabirds that live and nest here. It is our goal to engage our visitor and local passengers with the stunning beauty and vibrant natural history of our […]
[…]other marine wildlife and their habitat Inspire stewardship and build community Promote land-based whale watching The Whale Trail is located at San Simeon State Park on Moonstone Beach Drive and is supported by VisitCambria, California State Parks and Highway1DiscoveryRoute. Be a wildlife steward. Give animals the space they need to eat, […]
[…]to marine mammals and their habitat, inspire stewardship, build community and promote land-based whale watching. Shore-based whale-watching is at once a deeply local and widely shared experience. At Whale Trail sites along the west coast, people might even be watching the same whales at different points on their migrations.” For […]
Ideal climate, terrain, and proximity to the Pacific Flyway makes the SLO CAL stretch of Highway 1 one of the finest birding regions in the world. In fact, of the 1,107 bird species identified in the United States, 467 of those have been seen in San Luis Obispo County. (By […]
[…]1. Here you will find plenty to see and do while living the California lifestyle. Of course, whale watching is a favorite activity and there are several Whale Trail viewing points in the area. The interpretive signs will let you know which whale species to watch for in particular seasons, […]
[…]the Santa Rita Creek. Fishing, bicycling, hiking and hang gliding are also popular in this area. Whale Rock Dam was built in 1961, creating a 40,662 acre foot resevoir. The reservoir provides drinking water for the city of San Luis Obispo, the California Men’s Colony, Cal Poly and Cayucos. The […]
[…]and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) recovery coordinator for Southern Resident killer whales. NOAA, one of the Whale Trail’s initial core partners, encourages land-based orca viewing in its recovery plan and also supports vessel-based viewing regulations and guidelines. “They live in our watery backyards, and by encouraging people to watch the whales […]
Gas up the car, grab your favorite pair of sunglasses and clear your calendar for an exciting event season along Highway 1! With sunny skies and colorful community events in full swing all spring and summer long, you’ll enjoy food, wine, music and more unfolding across the Central Coast. Ready […]
[…]whale watching is possible along nearly every section of our 80 miles of coastline. In fact, the Whale Trail—a national organization that identifies the best whale watching sites across North America’s western coast—has designated six viewing sites here. These locations, like the Cayucos Pier and Moonstone Beach Boardwalk in Cambria, […]
[…]out toward the ocean, it’s very possible you’ll see whales as they migrate offshore. Gray whales and Humpback whales come here annually to feed, bringing whale watchers from all over to catch sight of them. The Whale Trail organization has named Pismo State Beach one of the best sites for […]
[…]to humpbacks, minkes, and even the occasional orca, this stretch of coastline makes for great whale watching. In fact, the Whale Trail organization identified more prime whale viewing sites in San Luis Obispo County than any other in California. Ten of those lie along Highway 1: in Oceano, Avila Beach, […]
[…]and cultural history of this stretch of coastline.) Depending on the season, you might see minke whales, gray whales, humpbacks or even orcas. You can also sometimes see harbor seals, sea lions and California sea otters. Best Beach for Birdwatching Los Osos’ Sandspit Beach Sandspit Beach is popular for surfing […]
[…]WatchingMuch to the delight of residents and visiting whale watchers, whale pods can be seen along the coast at different times throughout the year. (In fact, the Whale Trail organization, which identifies the best whale-watching spots on the West Coast, has named this area a top lookout point.) No need […]
