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Your ultimate guide to the best things to do along the iconic Highway 1. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the California coast, from the grandeur of Hearst Castle to lazy beach-side hamlets. Discover hidden gems, encounter diverse wildlife, and indulge in the region’s vibrant art and culture. Let this comprehensive resource be your compass for an unforgettable road trip adventure.

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Cambria Ocean Drifter

Cambria

Gift shop with local products and artists and yoga accessories.

Cambria Pickleball by the Sea

Cambria

Our club is growing and we invite you to come out and give this easy-to-learn, fun game with the funny…

Cambria Historical Museum and downtown
Cambria Visitor Center

Cambria

Free of chain stores and brimming with charm, Cambria invites you to exit the beaten path and explore one of…

Camp Ocean Pines

Cambria

Our camp in Cambria was established in 1946 to serve the community as a non-profit camp and a conference center.

Cayucos Antiques
Cayucos Antique Shops & Art

Cayucos

Enjoy antiquing and art collecting?  San Luis Obispo County is chock-full of great antique shops, memorable art galleries and fun…

Cayucos Art Assn & Gallery
Cayucos Art Association & Gallery

Cayucos

Come see the unique expressions of artisan creativity by local artists at The Cayucos Art Association & Gallery. The gallery…

Cayucos Barber and Beauty Shop
Cayucos Barber & Beauty Shop

Cayucos

From the original rotating barbershop pole outside to the kitschy cool red interior with black and white flooring, this step…

Cayucos playground
Cayucos Beach Playground

Cayucos

There are picnic tables, play equipment, restrooms, and outside showers available. 

Cayucos Cellars
Cayucos Cellars

Cambria

Cayucos Cellars is a small winery with a family workforce located in the town of Cambria

Cayucos farmers market
Cayucos Farmers Market

Cayucos

Friday Morning Market next to the beach

Sea Otters
Cayucos Sea Life

Cayucos

San Luis Obispo County has an abundance of sea life throughout the coastal towns including elephant seals, sea otters, starfish,…

skate park
Cayucos Skate Park

Cayucos

All wooden ramps skatepark open to the public in Cayucos.

Surfer surfing a Big Swell
Cayucos Surf Company

Cayucos

We live for surf, and have shared our passion for surfing with hundreds of people since 1996.

Cayucos Surf Bank merchandise
Cayucos SurfBank

Cayucos

Cayucos SurfBank is a trusted local resource for all your surfing and beach needs. Stop in to talk with the…

Cayucos Tide Pools

Cayucos

This little known town in central California has some great tide pool locations to explore.

Cayucos pier on the 4th of July
Cayucos Visitor Center

Cayucos

Listen to the quiet and stillness that only a small town in an untouched countryside can provide. 

Center of Effort Wines
Center of Effort Wine

Arroyo Grande

The Center of Effort estate lies in the western foothills of the Edna Valley. 

Central Coast Aquarium, Avila Beach
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Central Coast Aquarium

Avila Beach

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

Central Coast Glass Blowing and Fusing

Los Osos

Rod Baker describes himself as a "self taught" independent glass artist, beginning with stained glass over 30 years ago.

Central Coast Golf Trail

Nipomo

The Central Coast Golf Trail…Where it is always a perfect time to golf in San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Pismo…

Central Coast Outdoors

Morro Bay

From the serene protected waters of Morro Bay to the rocky cliffs along Shell Beach, kayaking is a sport that…

Central Coast Polo Club
Central Coast Polo Club

Los Osos

The Central Coast Polo Club was started in 2002 to give the people of the Central Coast the opportunity to…

Central Coast Sailing & Whale Watching

San Luis Obispo

Sail with us aboard "Spirit" our Beneteau 44 foot sailing vessel out of the pristine waters of San Luis Obispo…

Cerro San Luis Obispo
Cerro San Luis Obispo Trail

San Luis Obispo

Cerro San Luis Obispo is the large morro looming over San Luis Obispo with the big "M." 

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