Attractions
197 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach. Carries everything you’ll need to spend a day riding the dunes. ATV rentals include fun lightweight ATVs for the smaller dunes as well as fully-automatic models for inexperienced riders. Carries ATV and dirt bike parts. Two-hour minimum. Group rates available. Open Mon. to Fri. 8 am.-6 p.m. Sat & Sun 8 a.m.-8 p.m. bjsatvrentals.com, (805) 481-5411
Offering year-round tours of farmstead creamery and goat farm. Creamery tours are $20/person and must be reserved online (day-of bookings OK). Experience a true farmstead dairy on private coastal property, learn about their Cheese Club and enjoy unique local cheeses! http://www.stepladdercreamery.com, on Instagram @stepladdercreamery
Book now at , (805) 395-3015
The Museum of Natural History is a fun place to explore, discover, and learn about habitats of the area and impacts of natural and human forces through hands-on displays, activities, and events. This destination museum is located in the heart of Morro Bay. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: $3 adults; free for children 17 and under. 20 State Park Rd., Morro Bay. centralcoastparks.org. (805) 548-0391.
Outback Trail Rides takes advantage of the varied terrain of the Central Coast with its three trail locations. Mick describes the Cambria trail, “The terrain on our coastal trail rides is fairly mountainous, and the longer trails enjoy spectacular views of the coast. These rides are suitable for beginner to advanced riders, and we can take little guys
and gals down to the age of 6 [years].” https://www.slovisitorsguide.com/cambria-san-simeon/outback-trail-rides-2
Located at the corner of Los Osos Valley Road and Palisades Avenue, the park includes a 17,000-square-foot skate park, three tennis courts, playgrounds and restrooms. The park is ideal for walking or picnicking and is the site of the Los Osos Valley School, one of five original one-room schoolhouses between San Luis Obispo and the coast. Of those five, only two still exist today, both in Los Osos.
April 18-19 2020
WHERE:
Paso Robles Downtown City Park East end of Park. Spring Street and 12th Street Paso Robles, Ca.
WHEN:
Saturday April 18 10am to 5pm
Sunday April 19 10am to 4pm.
PARKING: Hundreds of free parking spaces within 3 blocks of Paso Robles Downtown City Park
WHY: This show offers artists and crafts people a high quality outdoor setting to display and sell their wares to an appreciative audience.
RESULT: Paso Robles Art in the Park is looked upon as the finest display of handmade art and crafts presented in San Luis Obispo County.
EXHIBITS: 130 booths representing independent artists and craft workers .
FOOD: The art show at downtown city park is surrounded by great restaurants for a snack, lunch or after-show dinner.
SLOMA is in downtown SLO at the west end of Mission Plaza. SLOMA’s exhibition program brings together visual artists from around the world and renowned artists from California and the US. An essential visit! Open Thu – Mon, 11–5. Free admission. 1010 Broad St., sloma.org, (805) 543-8562
This nine-hole executive course is located within feet of the ocean. 27 par. Open dawn to dusk daily. The course also offers a great seaside location, which means golfers rarely get too warm. You are almost guaranteed a perfect golf day. 9 La Sage Drive. (805) 481-5215
The Gallery has become a hub for fine art. They offer many opportunities to purchase beautiful, local drawings, prints, sculpture, jewelry, cards and more through an array of venues, as well as networking and educational opportunities for artists to further their craft. artcentermorrobay.org, Morro Bay Art Center 835 Main St., (805) 772-2504
Come explore the daily farmers’ market with huge selection of fresh produce, an assortment of gourmet goods, gifts, and garden items. Kids will love the “critter corral” petting zoo area. More than a farm, it’s a great family outing! Just north of Nipomo off Hwy. 101, 1275 N. Thompson Ave., windmillfarms.org, (805) 489-1000
This 1,200-foot pier is a major fishing attraction. For serious recreation, try kayaking, surfing, or scuba diving. For a more relaxed afternoon walk the pier and then head to the downtown area for shopping
Light at Sensorio features two walk-through installations by acclaimed artist Bruce Munro. The 15 acre Field of Light. comprised of more than 58,800 stemmed spheres & Light Towers celebrating Paso Robles’ wine country, composed of more than 17,000 wine bottles, both illuminated by glowing optic fibers. 4380 HWY 46 East, Paso Robles, sensoriopaso.com, (805) 226-4287
The Pioneer Museum is fun for all ages! Get a glimpse of what local life was like in the “Good Old Days.” View Paderewski memorabilia, vintage farm equipment, pioneer artifacts, a one-room schoolhouse and much more. 2010 Riverside Ave. Open Thursday-Sunday 1p.m.-4 p.m., Free Admission, pasoroblespioneermuseum.org, (805) 239-4556
Read more about the museum here: https://www.slovisitorsguide.com/paso-robles/discover-the-past-at-pioneer-museum
More information
Docent trailer is open from10
a.m. – 4 p.m. daily during season
Daily talks at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
weather permitting
Pismo Beach Monarchs, call the
Chamber of Commerce at (800) 443-
7778.
Take a walk and explore the beautiful Morro Rock.
Follow Embarcadero Blvd North to Coleman Drive.
The Rock provides habitat to the peregrine falcons.
Otters sometimes raft in the channel. Climbing the
Rock is illegal.
Relax, have fun and leave all your worries on the
shore with a cruise around the bay. They even have
a full bar onboard. $10 adults, $5 under 12, leaves
on the hour from the waterfront behind Otter Rock
Café. Read more about Morro Bay travels: https://www.slovisitorsguide.com/morro-bay/morro-bay-visitors-guide
In mid-town Cambria the quaint shops include several beautifully curated shops: Cambria Garden Shed, garden and home grown rare and exotic succulents; Lily’s Coffeehouse, refreshments; Ocean Heir, woman’s apparel and greeting cards; Simplistic Home, home décor and gifts; and, Cayucos Cellars Winery. cambriagardenshed.com, (805) 927-7654
More Info: https://www.slovisitorsguide.com/cambria-san-simeon/the-marketplace-at-the-garden-shed
The forest has nearly 200 species of plants, more than 100 varieties of birds, and many species of mammals and reptiles and amphibians. The forest includes a 1-mile boardwalk that is wheelchair accessible at the north end of 16th Street. Guided tours are given on the third Saturday of each month at 9:30 am starting at the north end of 15th Street off Santa Ysabel. (805) 528-0392.
Where your adventure begins! Their knowledgeable
and friendly staff will help you with rentals,
sales or lessons. 845 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. Rad more about kayaking here: https://www.slovisitorsguide.com/cayucos/kayaking
Avila Valley Barn is a local favorite! Find fresh, local produce, amazing homemade bakery goodies, gift shops, delicious deli and sweet shop, farm animals, and much more. Also, visit Gopher Glen for organic apples and fresh pressed cider and hard ciders. 560 Avila Beach Dr. avilavalleybarn.com, (805) 595-2816