[…]rental car and appreciate the salty, cypress-scented air on an invigorating hike through Montaña de Oro State Park. Let a gentle sea breeze ruffle your hair as you pedal a bike path flanked by green hills in Cambria. Or simply sit back and allow the dramatic ocean vistas unfold through […]
[…]Savor the natural beauty of Highway 1 while enjoying some invigorating exercise on foot. Montaña de Oro State Park’s Bluff Trail offers stunning coastal views, rocky cliffs, sandy beaches and fields of wildflowers. Check the horizon for sea lions, pelicans and perhaps even a migrating whale. Plus, the trail is […]
[…]Known for legendary trails and nature walks, bask in breathtaking spring views from Montaña de Oro State Park to the Fiscalini Preserve. From the wildflower-dotted peaks of Ragged Point to the rolling sand dunes of Grover Beach and Oceano, you won’t believe the diversity—or unbridled beauty—of Highway 1’s famously wide-open […]
[…]Sea Pines is located on California’s beautiful Central Coast and at the entrance to Montaña de Oro State Park, one of the most spectacular stretches of coastline on the West Coast. Escape to our peaceful resort and you’ll be greeted by unique amenities that you won’t find at any other Highway […]
[…]a number of rugged hikes offering up unbeatable views of the coast, rolling hills and sea. Montana de Oro State Park provides a range of cliffside excursions suited to fit every skill level. Couples can tackle the challenging Valencia Peak or simply meander along the park’s wildflower-dotted Bluff Trail dunes […]
[…](don’t forget those binoculars). Montaña De Oro Tide Pools 9. Montaña de Oro State Park Climb the coast. Famous for its wildflower-flanked “mountains of gold,” Montaña de Oro State Park boasts extensive hiking trails, unique beaches and incredible vistas. Located at the southern end of the Estero Bay, this 8,000-acre […]
[…]destinations anywhere. Check out the sprawling intertidal zone at Corallina Cove in Montana de Oro State Park, where the tide pools go on and on. Or at Moonstone Beach in Cambria, along the northern shore. There, you can find periwinkle snails, gooseneck barnacles, anemones, and more. For more information about […]
[…]The Wonder of Montaña De Oro State Park Montaña 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 […]
[…]of trails with endless ocean views. Check out the abundant, easy-to-access tidepools at Montaña de Oro State Park in Los Osos, or explore the shipwrecked boat off the shore of Estero Bluffs in Cayucos. Embarking on a fall road trip along Highway 1 is an experience that gives access to […]
[…]Nearby, discover Los Osos/Baywood, a welcoming coastal community known for stunning Montaña de Oro State Park. Amid some of SLO County’s most breathtaking landscape, find pebbly beaches, great hiking and biking trails and even adventurous equestrian rides along the sand. 5. Sea Otter Appreciation Day & Coastal Cleanup Otters for […]
[…]and visitors alike. Valencia Peak One of the largest state parks in California, unspoiled Montana de Oro contains multitudes—including the towering mountain of Valencia Peak. At 1,347 feet, it’s the tallest point in the park, and a top-notch spot for extended coastal views. The trail to the top covers the […]
[…]of California combined with luxury lodging accommodations. Nestled along the entrance to Montaña de Oro State Park, this exciting 9 hole, 62-par executive course is backdropped by one of Highway 1’s most breathtaking stretches of coastline. Test your skills while enjoying panoramic vistas of iconic Morro Rock, Morro Bay Estuary […]
[…]the tide poolsTide pool exploration provides hours of fun along Highway 1. At Montaña de Oro State Park in Los Osos, each tide pool is a universe unto itself, complete with a cast of colorful characters. Visit during low tide, when receding waves reveal starfish, urchin, sea anemone, crabs and […]
[…]our section of Highway 1, including Oceano, Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, Los Osos-Baywood (at Montana de Oro State Park), Morro Bay, Cayucos, Cambria, and W.R. Hearst State Beach in San Simeon. 3. Get a walking tour of historic Cambria. The little hamlet of Cambria features a remarkably well-preserved East Village, […]
[…]for its pebbled coves, diverse hikes and incredible views, Montaña de Oro literally translates to Spanish as “Mountain of Gold.” Yes, this Los Osos state park was actually named for the gilded windflowers that appear along its slopes each Spring! While hiking, biking or horseback riding the park’s many trails, […]
[…]rice and beans, which come with combination meals. Finish your dog-friendly meal with a fresh-made dessert like lemon ice cream and raspberries—and relax. Hearst Ranch Winery Pull up to this historic property at W.R. Hearst Memorial State Beach, and you’ll be wowed immediately by the views. This is a spectacular […]
