Things To Do

Trails lead among Monterey Cypress and eucalyptus to two freshwater ponds, and around a salt marsh to the edge of Morro Bay.

On those rare days when it's gray and gloomy anywhere else, count on the clouds to part and the sun to shine down on glorious Avila Beach

A trekker’s paradise, Avila Beach boasts a wide variety of hikes and trails, from challenging to casual.

Did you know that the Cayucos Land Conservancy sponsors a Citizen/Scientist Project on iNaturalist to catalog all plant and animal life found at Estero Bluffs State Park?

Visitors can find a spectrum of options, with ideal beaches for sunbathing, beachcombing, wildlife viewing, surfing, tidepooling, doggie fun or even dune-driving.

With its mild, sunny weather, rugged beauty and beachside location, Los Osos-Baywood has all the right conditions for a day at the park.

Join us for kids activities and storytime with hands-on interaction with tide pool animals and aquarium exploration.

The Cambria Discovery Route highlights 24 points of interest along the northern coast of San Luis Obispo County. 

When you spend a valuable hour or two collecting marine debris and litter with friends, family, or on your own, you help protect wildlife and make a difference with your visit.

Cayucos is a throw back to the original, laid-back California beach town with its relaxed vibe and Western influences. Time still moves a little slower in Cayucos.

Sunshine, shoreline, surf and even starfish — these are just a few treasures to be found in Cayucos State Beaches and State Parks.

The mission of the Central Coast Aquarium is to cultivate a community dedicated to ocean stewardship. 

Located on beautiful San Simeon Bay, the Coastal Discovery Center celebrates the connection between land and seas.

The historic Dana Adobe in Nipomo transports visitors back to the time of vaqueros, ranchos and Mexican land grants.

Explore the beautiful scenery and all that Edna Valley and Arroyo Grande Valley have to offer

The Elfin Forest supports more than 200 species of plants, as well as 110 kinds of birds, 22 species of mammals, and 13 species of reptiles and amphibians.

Find Elephant Seals on the beach, just off Highway 1. The rookery is easily accessible, free, and open to the public, year-round.

The majestic Estero Bluffs State Park allows visitors to explore the landscape and beaches on the northern end of Cayucos.