[…]midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on SLO CAL’s majestic stretch of Highway 1. Driving directions from San Francisco: Drive the US-101 South to Paso Robles. Take exit 228 for CA-46 West toward Cambria and turn right onto CA-46 W/Green Valley Rd. At Highway 1 (CA-1 North), turn right […]
[…]Produced in 1959, the film tells the story of a lighthouse keeper who tries to keep a sea monster from devouring his beautiful daughter ― and the local townfolk! Though it wasn’t filmed at Piedras Blancas (that happened on Point Sal, in Lompoc), shots of the Piedras Blancas lighthouse are […]
[…]this area from Highway 101 by taking Avila Beach Drive to Cave Landing Road, about 1 mile inland from the beach. From the dirt parking lot at the end of Cave Landing Road, walk the Pirates Cove – Mallagh Landing trail. This will bring you about half a mile down […]
[…]to Cayucos Pier Looking for directions to the Cayucos Pier? Northbound on Highway 1: Take exit 285 for Cayucos Drive. Turn left on Cayucos Drive and, in 0.4 miles, turn left on Ocean Front Avenue. Find free public parking just south of the Cayucos Pier, or along Ocean Avenue.Southbound on […]
[…]step! In tide pools, walk on bare rock to avoidcrushing fragile tide pool dwellers, and keep away from seaweed – it’s slippery! Please be mindful of the tidepool environment and leave critters in their natural home. Estero Bluffs Trail Length One way, the full length of the Estero Bluffs hiking […]
[…]the 13 river crossings, especially during rainy season. To access the Big Falls trailhead, follow directions to Lopez Lake from Highway 101, east of Arroyo Grande. Just before the entrance to Lopez Lake, turn right onto High Mountain Road, then turn left onto Upper Lopez Canyon. Follow this road to […]
[…]to the Oceano Melodrama The Great American Melodrama theater sits along Highway 1 in Oceano. From Pismo Beach, drive south on Highway 1 about 3.5 miles. After passing the Oceano Train Depot and Museum on the right, look for the Melodrama on the left and park in the parking lot. […]
[…]an invigorating swim to the end of the pier or buoys along the main beach. The bay is protected from much of the wind, undertows and rip currents that affect other Highway 1 beaches. Take advantage of these conditions, whether you’re training for an open water race event or you […]
[…]Trail This 2-mile round-trip hike winds through the 570-acre Oceano Dunes Natural Preserve, away from the recreation vehicle area. To find the (unmarked) trailhead, drive toward the beach on Grand Avenue; park in the Grover Beach Day Use Area. Find the trailhead across the street from the entrance of the […]
[…]Canyon trail is a large loop. It is a secluded trail where you walk among towering pines. Directions: Take Windsor Boulevard south. Turn left onto Drake Street, left onto Ardath Drive, right onto Burton Drive, left onto Orville Avenue, curve right at Orville Place remaining on Orville Avenue, right onto Kay […]
[…]dead ends in a chaparral near Highway 1. Distance: approximately 3/4 miles each way. Easy hike. Directions: Return to Highway 1 going south, turn right onto Burton Drive, right onto Fern Drive. Follow Fern Drive to the bottom of Fern Canyon and on the left is a marker for the beginning of […]
[…]way. Moderately difficult portions. This trail reaches the Fiscalini Ranch near the Ridge trail. Directions: Windsor Boulevard north until you see the Cambria Water Treatment Plant on the right, pull in and park. The trail is straight ahead on the right. .9 miles from the north entrance of Fiscalini Ranch […]
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[…]in Montaña de Oro just might be your speed! To learn more about Montaña de Oro’s surf spots, directions, conditions, and what to expect, visit our Los Osos Surfing page. Montaña de Oro Camping Camping in Montaña de Oro allows visitors from across the globe to experience California in its […]
[…]your itinerary to travel both north and south on Highway 1. For instance, if you’re traveling from San Francisco to Los Angeles, be sure to take Highway 1 both directions. This will give you right-side views of the ocean driving southbound, and easier and safer access to turnouts, since turning […]
[…]best lookout point on this trail is known as the Concrete Turret, which faces out over the ocean from a height of 351 feet. This trail also passes the Lone Oak, a view of a single coastal oak tree, probably 100-200 years old, above the ocean. Lone Oak This trail […]
[…]time to visit, when light offshore winds and swells become clean, surfable waves. Look for swells from the west and offshore winds from the northeast. On the best days, waves can range between chest height and double overhead during a medium-high tide. Temperatures in January hover around the mid-50s, and […]
[…]the trees, the day promises to be as picturesque as a postcard. Plus, located just five miles from Avila Beach and the Pacific Ocean, this venue isn’t far from coastal fun. Victorian Estate The Victorian Estate brings refined elegance to Arroyo Grande garden weddings. Allow the expansive, pristine grounds and […]
[…]leisurely experience will start at Avila Beach Paddlesports where the friendly staff will give you directions on how to paddle to the Port San Luis Lighthouse. Once you arrive to the Lighthouse climb the stairs to experience scenic coastal views and the beautifully refurbished lighthouse. While you can’t tour the […]
[…]to make your picnic unique! At Cayucos Picnic Co. we work with you to make your picnic special. From a surprise proposal on the beach with added rose petals and photographer to a “just because” sunset picnic in your own backyard with cookies and milk! Make sure to check out our […]
[…]and leaping dolphins offshore. Junge Ranch Trail This trail is accessible at either end, whether from the north at Hearst State Beach, or from the south near San Simeon State Park. Take Rover out for an easy 2.2-mile out-and-back walk along stunning coastal bluffs. Enjoy trekking through fields of wildflowers in […]
[…]at the Central Coast Aquarium. This thoughtfully-designed aquarium is home to dozens of species, from the giant Pacific octopus and sharks to tidepool creatures like sea stars and rock crabs. For young visitors, the aquarium offers touch tanks and interactive exhibits designed to foster a lifelong love for the ocean […]
[…]bound to find easy parking, while not feeling overcrowded! Learn about a little bit of everything, from Native American history to oceanography. Admission is free for children; otherwise, it’s just a few dollars a person, a very affordable price for the family fun you’ll encounter. Even if a killer view […]
[…]trail at Montaña de Oro State Park in Los Osos, this uncrowded coastal wonder is only accessible from Point Buchon Trail (private PG&E land, open Thursday-Monday). Plan to go at low tide to explore enchanting sea caves. 5. Oso Flaco Lake & BeachFarmland to dunes in Oceano/Guadalupe: Suspend your disbelief […]
[…]dog-friendly beaches (both on and off-leash options available) or head out for a hike ranging from easy to intense. Of course, Highway 1 is also home to a handful of great dog parks, ensuring that your pup is never far away from meeting a new best friend. Thanks to our […]
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[…]with ranchero gravy. Set your GPS to 649 Pier Avenue in Oceano, or call (805) 489-5680 for directions. It’s easy to find and no reservations are […]
[…]on some of the sweetest comfort foods around. Visit carlocksbakery.com for more info, including directions, history and photos. (805) […]
[…]Garden Café is a best bet for a fresh and visually beautiful breakfast or lunch. Mostly hidden from the main drag, this open-only-during-the-day eatery has a calming energy, perhaps because it’s adjacent to a spacious nursery. Celia’s can get crowded on weekends when friends meet for Eggs Benedict with lox […]
