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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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Jade stones
Jade Cove

Monterey

Take the trail to the beach and explore this geologically diverse stretch of coast.

Junge Ranch Trail

San Simeon

Junge Ranch Trail – Hearst San Simeon State Park is a 2.2 mile out and back trail located near Cambria

Kayak Morro Bay
Kayak Horizons

Morro Bay

First timers to seasoned paddlers, we get you outfitted and exploring the 15 miles of protected waters in the beautiful…

Lampton Cliffs Park

Cambria

Lampton Cliffs Park is a 2.1-acre park with trails and benches overlooking the sea.

Leffingwell Landing

Cambria

Leffingwell Landing is a scenic spot to sit and enjoy the scenery.

Lopez Lake Arroyo Grande
Lopez Lake

Arroyo Grande

Located just ten miles east of Arroyo Grande, Lopez Lake Recreation Area is one of the top choices for camping…

Los Osos Oaks State Natural Reserve

Los Osos

Dwarf oaks grow in a mineral-depleted soil of “relic” sand dunes

Elephant seal San Simeon
Los Osos Sea Life

Los Osos

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

skate park
Los Osos Skate Park

Los Osos

A fun and safe place to skate in Los Osos

Lost Isle Adventures
Lost Isle Adventures

Morro Bay

Lost Isle Adventures, located in beautiful Morro Bay, hosts cruises that showcase the incredible beauty of the Bay. 

Mallagh Landing

Avila Beach

Mallagh's Landing in Avila Beach is commonly referred to as Pirate's Cove, but the Mallagh Landing name is more accurate…

Margarita Adventures
Margarita Adventures

Santa Margarita

Margarita Adventures offers a zipline tour that's broken into 4 stages

Marine Protected Area Tours ~ Morro Bay State Marine Reserve

Morro Bay

Dive into California's Underwater Parks!

Morro Bay Estuary
Morro Bay Estuary

Morro Bay

Morro Bay was designated a state estuary in 1994 and an “estuary of national significance” in 1995 as a result…

Museum of Natural History
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Museum of Natural History Morro Bay State Park

Morro Bay

The Museum features state-of-the-art interactive exhibits especially created for the Morro Bay site. 

Mustang Waterpark

Arroyo Grande

Mustang Waterpark offers safe, family water fun, excitement and relaxation for all ages!

Nipomo Native Garden

Nipomo

The Nipomo Native Garden has undertaken the restoration to native habitat of a twelve acre portion of Nipomo Regional Park.

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Nipomo Native Garden Volunteer Days

Nipomo

The site is in the final stages of being restored to a native botanical garden which will feature native plant…

Oceano Campground Nature Center

Oceano

Oceano Campground, located within Pismo State Beach, offers all kinds of attractions

Oceano Dunes District Visitor Center

Oceano

This facility provides our community and park visitors with new educational opportunities.

Oceano Fishing
Oceano Fishing

Oceano

Bring your pole, bucket and bait.

Mallard duck
Oceano Park Campground & Lagoon

Oceano

Oceano Park and Campground was once a favorite hunting and fishing ground of the Chumash Indians.

Onboard Nautical
Onboard Nautical Events

Morro Bay

Three hour cruise of Morro Bay Harbor and estuaries will transport you and your guests to a place away from the…

Avila Hiking
Ontario Ridge Trail

San Luis Obispo

Ontario Ridge Trail is a rugged, sometimes-steep track crossing a 700-foot hill above the Shell Beach bluff, with spectacular ocean…

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