[…]dishes out hot burgers, sandwiches, salads and more in a flash. Whether travelers are headed to Nipomo Adobe, Nipomo Dunes, or simply taking a scenic drive along the Nipomo foothills, this is the go-to pitstop for an epic lunch. Patrons can pop in for a quick bite or take an […]
[…]even have ocean views. And don’t forget the importance of a good meal before or after a round. Nipomo’s golf courses offer plenty of flavor for your game, including breakfast, lunch, and happy hour. Whether you seek lessons from a pro, a putting green, driving range, or just a quiet […]
[…]Beer snobs and plebeians alike will quickly fall in love with these unique brews. Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes is the largest remaining dune system south of San Francisco, and is the second largest in all of California. Spreading out over 18 miles on the Central Coast, the dunes are […]
[…]Ready to get out there? Plan your own awesome overnight stay encompassing all the best that Oceano/Nipomo has to offer. Explore Things to do in Oceano/Nipomo Early stroll of Oso Flaco Lake Boardwalk Begin your day with a visit to Nipomo’s Oso Flaco Lake and embark on a chill journey […]
[…]are welcome on leash only. Nipomo ParkThe Nipomo Park trail weaves a 1.9-mile loop through acres of native Nipomo landscape. Enjoy the sight of coast live oak trees, the scent of wild white sage and manzanitas, and the feel of sand underfoot. Deeply sandy trails are one of the defining […]
[…]play a round in three of the county’s finest golf courses, all in one destination. Each of Nipomo’s three golf resorts boasts world-class courses and amenities. A high-end golf resort with a laid-back vibe, Blacklake Golf Resort offers 27 holes in three nine-hole layouts for a unique golfing experience that […]
[…]Lake attracts locals and visitors alike. The open space is located at the southwestern edge of Nipomo, skirted by the Nipomo-Guadalupe Dunes. A picturesque trail wanders from the parking area past a creek, the lake, dunes, and all the way to the majestic Pacific Ocean. A portion of the trail […]
[…]Nipomo & Oceano Spas Skin glowing, muscles relaxed and a glimmer in your eye, you’ll leave your Nipomo/Oceano spa and massage experience ready to take on the next adventure. Pampering yourself along Highway 1 is even more enticing when you consider all the incredible area attractions at your fingertips. Experience […]
[…]site also features an expanded exhibit space and gift shop, perfect for taking a piece of Rancho Nipomo history home with you. The Dana Adobe Cultural Center in Nipomo The Place on PCH The Place on PCH is Oceano’s own interactive, educational artist studio and gallery located just one mile […]
[…]Oceano Nipomo Coastline Surf Fishing Pismo Beach Surf FishingAs appealing as it might be to surf fish in Pismo Beach, it’s generally too crowded to be worthwhile. The conditions are favorable for surf fishing, but with surfing, swimming, and other water sports in high demand, space to fish becomes less […]
[…]the skies in a vintage WW2 era biplane, you’ll find that fun soars to new heights in Oceano and Nipomo. Explore Oceano & Nipomo Air Sports The Oceano County Airport If the Oceano County Airport were any closer to the Oceano Dunes, you’d have to fly a seaplane to arrive. […]
[…]Oso Flaco Lake even allows for freshwater fishing. If the great outdoors calls to you, Oceano and Nipomo sea life will fit the bill. And if you find yourself wanting to get more deeply rooted in this incredible place we call home, visit the Stewardship Travel for Good page. Here […]
Rancho Nipomo Dana Adobe Standing in a grove of stately Eucalyptus trees on Nipomo Mesa is a 13-room adobe residence built by Captain William Goodwin Dana in 1840. Restoration efforts have restored this gracious home to much of its original splendor. Burros and other farm animals from the great Rancho […]
The Dana-Powers house, built in 1882, stands on a portion of the historic 37,888-acre Rancho Nipomo (from the Chumash Indian word Nepomah, meaning “at the foot of the hills”) A private residence, it has been home to six generations of Danas, beginning with Frank, who built the comfortable home on […]
[…]one. Board Sports in Oceano and Nipomo Surfing OceanoWhile many visitors head straight for the Pismo Pier, the locals know this as one of the Central Coast’s more crowded surf spots. Instead of competing for waves, why not get the same surf just down the beach in Oceano? The Oceano […]
Visiting The Luffa Farm- Nipomo by Eileen Morris, Fourth Grade Teacher, Carson, California Visiting The Luffa Farm in quaint Nipomo was an unexpected delight! It is in a forested area away and above the coast. If you like down home hospitality, you will find it at The Luffa Farm. The […]
Nipomo Regional Park covers more than 140 acres. The southeast region of the park has multiple baseball fields and a picnic area. The northeast portion includes a 12-acre native garden with walking trails. There is a also a designated off-leash area for dogs to play. Much of the park is […]
[…]and Oso Flaco Lake Naturals Areas planted the seeds for a dunes visitor center. The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Complex is comprised of 18 miles of coastline and is one of the most ecologically significant and largest intact coastal dune ecosystems on earth. A significant portion of the nearly 22,000 acres is […]
[…]Beach and Oso Flaco Lake Natural Areas planted the seeds for a dunes visitor center. The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Complex is comprised of 18 miles of coastline and is one of the most ecologically significant and largest intact coastal dune ecosystems on earth. A significant portion of the nearly 22,000 acres […]
California Grill Nipomo is an all-American restaurant serving California style grub such as burgers, sandwiches, salads and […]
Nipomo Property Management is a a full service management company since 1995. We manage residential homes, mobile homes, condos, full apartment complexes and all other investment properties. With over 27 years of professional & experienced real estate knowledge, and a proven track record of long term satisfied […]
More than a swap meet, more than a flea market, this is where everyone goes to find anything—especially a bargain. More than 300 vendors converge every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 6 a.m. selling everything from handmade crafts and antiques to vintage cars and their parts. A miniature outdoor railway, […]
What: Self-Guided Tour of the Historic Dana Adobe When: Visitor Center open daily 11am-3pm; Tours available Saturday & Sunday, 11am-3pm and by appointment Reservation Needed: No The Dana Adobe was occupied by the Dana family as their home from 1839 until 1900. The 13-room adobe was built by Captain William Goodwin Dana […]
Explore Oceano as part of the Highway 1 Discovery Route. Along the way you’ll see the Oceano Lagoon and Historic Train Depot, make a visit to the Great American Melodrama for a live show, take a horseback ride on the beach, view butterflies in their native habitat, or even enjoy […]
The Oso Flaco Lake Trail begins on the road and head towards the ocean and dunes in Oceano. Grab some hiking shoes and water and leave everything else behind as you immerse yourself in endless hiking trails throughout Wine Coast Country. Numerous simple, moderate and challenging hiking trails occupy each region […]
San Luis Obispo County offers endless biking trails. You can find everything from the flattest roads to the most steep, challenging trails. You can bike along much of scenic coastal Highways, Hwy 1 and Hwy 101. Or choose quiet country back roads along the many vineyards throughout the county. Whether […]
The Dunes Center hosts a wide variety of events and activities for members, students, volunteers, and the general public. We offer free public hikes, a variety of fundraiser, open houses and holiday activities. In addition to the Dunes Center offers, our calendar includes California State Parks walks, hikes and lectures […]
A unique vision of bringing a different kind of BBQ to the Santa Maria Valley where smoked specialties meet Hispanic […]
[…]experiences and restaurants. Food and fun at the Rock and Roll Diner Things to do in Nipomo The Monarch Habitat of Nipomo Imagine seeing thousands of jewel-toned Monarch butterflies at once, tucked in and fluttering among the silvery leaves of a eucalyptus tree grove. Such a View countless Monarch butterflies […]
[…]Ready to get out there? Plan your own awesome overnight stay encompassing all the best that Oceano/Nipomo has to offer. Explore Things to do in Oceano/Nipomo Early stroll of Oso Flaco Lake Boardwalk Begin your day with a visit to Nipomo’s Oso Flaco Lake and embark on a chill journey […]
[…]to this part of California. Thousands of years ago, they made their homes along the edge of the Nipomo-Guadalupe Dunes and in Nipomo’s foothills. (The origin of the town’s name comes from the Chumash word nipumu? which means “foothills.”) Many years before the arrival of the first European settlers to […]
[…]Oceano and Nipomo. Then cozy up in a pet-friendly hotel or rental.Dog-Friendly Hotels in Oceano & NipomoDog-Friendly Vacation Rentals in Oceano & Nipomo Dog-Friendly Restaurants & WineriesTake your furry friend out for a bite to eat, or to a number of pup-welcoming wineries. The Highway 1 Discovery Route’s temperate climate […]
[…]11 a.m.to 4 p.m. During butterfly season, the hours are extended. Monarch Dunes Butterfly Grove in Nipomo In Nipomo, explore a nineteen-acre Monarch Dunes Butterfly Habitat and preserved sanctuary nestled within the Trilogy at Monarch Dunes Resort. Established in 2006, this grove of blue gum eucalyptus trees has been home […]
[…]points of interest. All you need to do is lace up your hiking boots and hit the trail. Oceano & Nipomo Hiking Oceano and Nipomo hiking trails beautifully represent the astounding geographical diversity of Highway 1. Enjoy a wide variety of trail scenery, from wooden boardwalks that allow hikers to […]
[…]Steakhouse Jocko’s, Nipomo’s iconic steakhouse, is legendary among locals and well-traveled foodies alike. The restaurant’s origins trace back to the era preceding the California Gold Rush, when Emery Knotts established a saloon at the base of Nipomo’s hills, the name itself translating to “the foot of the hills” in the […]
[…]entirely by volunteers, this space is a wonderland of diverse native species endemic to the Nipomo Mesa and Nipomo Dunes. Walk the 0.6-mile trail through coast live oak forest, sit on a garden bench, and enjoy examining plants that have survived centuries in this abundant area. Look for Cleveland Sage, […]
[…]with Fido on leash. The garden features seven trails in which to walk and see native plants to the Nipomo area. Nipomo Regional Park also offers tennis courts, sand volleyball pits, and BBQ/picnic facilities, as well as […]
[…]play like the locals play in Nipomo, head to the Nipomo Community Park. This expansive green park has been the civic center of town life for many years. Everything from Oktoberfest to tee-ball games, picnics to pickleball have brought the locals together here. Take advantage of the rolling green turf: […]
[…]at the ocean’s edge, the tide pushed it back until mounds formed. These became the Oceano and Nipomo Dunes, one of the largest dune complexes in California.The dunes have attracted people of all types, across generations. When Portola’s Spanish expedition traveled here in 1769, sailors found Chumash people thriving up […]
[…]Local Delicacies From Jocko’s oak-grilled steaks in Nipomo to Linn’s classic Olallieberry pie in Cambria, you’ll find local delicacies galore across Highway 1. Don’t even think about leaving the area without sampling a glass of coastal wine, Madonna Inn’s famous Champagne Cake, locally-loved tri-tip sandwiches or brown butter cookies in […]
[…]offer up at least a century of lore. Step through the doors of the Dana Adobe & Cultural Center in Nipomo and be transported to the year 1839. Discover Victorian homes, a weathered train depot-turned-museum and an antique swinging footbridge perched above a babbling creek. From the area’s first tribal […]
[…]Farm, Nipomo Nestled on the mesa in Nipomo, this unique ranch grows and sells the beige sponges ― sometimes spelled loofah or luffah ― that so many of us use every day to refresh and exfoliate our skin. Luffas are grown in greenhouses and harvested from gourds on heirloom vines. […]
[…]also home to an off-leash dog park ready to accommodate four-legged friends. Pickleball in Nipomo Nipomo Community Park Nipomo Community Park welcomes pickleball enthusiasts of all ages looking to hone their skills. With four courts dedicated to pickleball play, visitors will also find two basketball courts, a skate park and […]
[…]Oceano’s moon-like dunescape.Juicy finds at Jocko’s SteakhouseSlide into a table at Jocko’s, Nipomo’s world famous old fashioned steakhouse. Santa Maria-style barbecue cooked over fragrant oak coals is the staple here, but kiddos can just as easily savor a burger and fries. Nearby, Nipomo Regional Park offers up a relaxed play […]
[…]You might spy gray whales between December and April, or humpback whales any time of year. Golf Nipomo Multiple championship golf courses lie in close proximity to the Oceano Dunes. The Monarch Dunes Golf Club features two courses with spellbinding coastal views: the 18-hole Old Course and the 12-hole, par-3 […]
[…]from Nipomo and OceanoThe natural preserves, dunes, and unspoiled coastline surrounding Nipomo and Oceano make it a great promising destination for cyclists of all abilities. Fuel up with breakfast or lunch from legendary Jocko’s Steakhouse. Then ride west over Highway 101 toward the Nipomo Bluffs and the scenic Oso Flaco […]
[…]gifts and goodies. Explore Wellness in Nipomo Head to Nipomo for more spa and wellness experiences unfolding amidst tranquil sand dunes. Peaceful, rural surroundings ensure that a spa day in Nipomo starts and ends on a soothing note. Unwind and rest in rural Nipomo Spa & Massage North of Ragged […]
[…]for bird sightings along the placid lake’s edge.Green thumb: How does your garden grow? The Nipomo Native Garden is a marvel for anyone interested in cultivating the earth (or just admiring the flowers). This native botanical garden features plant communities endemic to the Nipomo Mesa and dunes complex, and oh, […]
