[…]will be available for all to enjoy. The Automotive Classic at Trilogy Monarch Dunes benefits the Nipomo Food Basket, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization helping to provide food for needy families and individuals within our local Nipomo community. Each week they serve more than 100 families and […]
Walk down any beach and you will find marine debris, defined as “any manufactured or processed solid waste material that enters the marine environment from any source.” Marine debris impact human health and safety, endangers wildlife and aquatic habitats, and costs local and national economies millions in wasted resources and […]
[…]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 […]
[…]along the sand. Whether you choose to clean up the tidepools of Cayucos or the rolling dunes of Nipomo, you’ll know that your individual efforts have made a lasting difference. The locals thank you! 5. Forage for Seaweed (and more) If you’ve never hunted for seaweed in the wild along […]
[…]musical experiences that resonate deeply with audiences of all tastes and backgrounds. Oceano/Nipomo Blacklake Golf Resort Gear up for an unforgettable concert experience every Saturday and Sunday from 1-4 p.m. at Concerts on the Course at Blacklake Golf Resort in Nipomo. Featured bands span a multitude of genres such as […]
[…]Depot or get an introduction to Highway 1’s early bohemian residents, the Dunites, in Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center. Kids will get a kick out of walking an ancient swinging footbridge in Arroyo Grande, an adventure culminating in a self-guided tour of a historic one-room schoolhouse (keep an eye out for wild […]
Looking for fun, family-friendly beach activities on the California coast? Embark on an unforgettable road trip along picturesque Highway 1. This sunny coastal route promises happy moments filled with sandcastle building, gentle waterplay and strolls along the shore. From the charming surf town of Cayucos to the serene vistas of […]
Embark on a journey through nature, spanning over a 100 miles of captivating history, pristine beaches, majestic bluffs, protected preserves, and abundant of wildlife. Get inspired by the beauty that surrounds you, learn from locals and connect deeper to mother nature. Your actions (including family fun “leave-no-trace” beach time) along […]
[…]pastries served alongside a host of egg-stuffed breakfast burritos, tacos and croissants. Oceano & Nipomo Coffee Shops Deltina Coffee Roasters Step into Deltina Coffee Roasters in Oceano for specialty coffees crafted with the utmost care. Specializing in sustainable and ethically-sourced beans, Deltina’s small-batch offerings are truly distinctive, with beans sourced […]
[…]at Nest Day Spa in Cambria or enjoy the benefits of the eucalyptus steam room at Sandalwood Spa in Nipomo, a renewed glow is sure to follow. From purifying facials and body wraps to reflexology and sound baths, discover new, innovative ways to recharge together on Highway 1. Sunset Picnic […]
[…]Spanning the dramatic cliffs of Ragged Point in the north to the serene dunes of Oceano and Nipomo in the south, Highway 1 is home to more than 30 species of whales and dolphins, 300 species of birds, plus otters, seals and even Hearst’s mysterious zebras. Traverse 50 miles of […]
[…]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 […]
[…]lies high in the eucalyptus and Monterey cypress trees, just a matter of feet from Highway 1. In Nipomo, thousands of Monarchs stay in a blue gum eucalyptus grove within the aptly named Monarch Dunes Resort. Two nature preserves and a natural area within Sea Pines Golf Resort offer Monarch […]
[…]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 […]
[…]shop, bakery, boutique, and petting zoo.Looking for a big pumpkin? Like, a really big one? The Nipomo Pumpkin Patch is your destination. Marvel at the massive varieties for sale on site, some of which weigh hundreds of pounds and require a truck to be carted out. But these are just […]
[…]and the Beast story, only this time it’s set in none other than the nearby Highway 1 town of Nipomo. Follow Trudy as she falls in love with the creature from the “Blacklake Lagoon” at Blacklake Golf Course—and hilarity ensues. Each show includes a knee-slapping vaudeville revue, plus two intermissions […]
[…]trees off Highway 1. Birders fill their field notebooks with sightings at Oso Flaco Lake in Nipomo and the Morro Bay National Estuary. And who doesn’t love spunky, fuzzy California Sea Otters? Visitors can find rafts of sea otters floating or hunting and feeding their young around the Harford Pier […]
Highway 1 is an excellent destination for electric vehicle drivers. With several electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on the route, explore ten small towns on a single charge. Planning ahead is important for any electric vehicle road trip and can add time onto your travel itinerary. For this reason, Highway […]
