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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.
The park is well-used with daily visitors throughout the year who go there to hike, picnic, fish, camp, surf, take a dip in the ocean or visit the tide pools. The park’s visitor center is located at Spooner’s Ranch House Museum above Spooner’s Cove. The park is free to enter. (805) 528-0513. For camping call (800) 444-7275.
Morro Bay State Park, located at 60 State Park Rd. Morro Bay, features lagoon and bay habitat, all in view of Morro Rock. The park has opportunities for sailing, fishing, hiking and bird watching and features a marina and an 18-hole golf course. The Morro Bay Golf Course is located at 201 State Park Rd. Call (805) 772-1923 for hours and tee times.
The park is a California state park, visit parks.ca.gov for information about parking, hours and other attractions.
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.
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.
Enjoy a fun-filled day with your family at the newly renovated waterpark. It features two 600 ft slides, a safe pool area for young children, and an exhilarating 48′ half-pipe Stampede. Relax under a shady cabana with delicious food & drinks. 6840 Lopez Drive at Lopez Lake Recreation Area, mustangwaterpark.com, (805) 489-8898
Nitt Witt Ridge is a hilltop home transformed by one man into what has been described as an “assemblage of sculpted junk.” Arthur Weal, spent many years collecting items fellow Cambrians were throwing away in order to create the home, which has been named a California Historic Landmark as a true example of a folk art environment. Tours available. 881 Hillcrest Drive, (805) 927-2690
An eclectic clothing and gift shop located at the historic Garden Shed. Featuring handmade letterpress greeting cards, candles, contemporary wearables, soft sweaters, textured scarves, kimonos, cotton dresses, gauze blouses, hats, jeans and jackets. The goods are curated through long-standing relationships with artists and designers who have a passion for what they produce. 2024 Main St., Cambria, http://www.oceanheirestatecompany.com, (805) 909-9022
Located at the end of Grand Avenue, this is undeniably one of Grover Beach’s main attractions.
Thousands flock to the Oceano Dunes State Recreational Park to camp along the ocean in tents and RVs every week. Rent and ride dune buggies and ATVs on the beach and enjoy riding for the entire afternoon.
There is a small cost per vehicle to drive on the beach. Several ATV rental shops are located within Grover Beach. Overnight camping is allowed on the beach and the scenic boardwalk leads visitors to the Monarch Butterfly Grove in nearby Pismo Beach.
A charming and fun way to get from the hotels on North Monterey to Downtown SLO on Thursdays for the weekly Farmers Market and, in the warmer months, ride the Trolley on Fridays and Saturdays, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 919 Palm St. SLO, slotransit.org.
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
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.
Welcome to downtown Paso Robles! Home of the Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Association, here you will find the links, resources and planning tools to help guide your next downtown experience. An alliance of merchants, business owners, stakeholders and community members, the award-winning Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Association is committed to preserving and bolstering a thriving downtown while serving the Paso Robles community. We are here to answer your questions, field your inquiries and provide information to guarantee a downtown experience that you’ll never forget.
There’s always something exciting to do and see in downtown Paso Robles, from shopping, dining, tours and sightseeing to wine tasting and much more! Come discover why tourists are calling Paso Robles a must-see tourist destination location, stop by downtown Paso Robles today, and take a taste of authentic California.
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
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
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
This sanctuary rescues horses that have been abandoned, neglected or abused. Its mission is to eliminate the causes of equine suffering through education and community outreach programs. Located at 6875 Union Rd. Paso Robles. The sanctuary is open for visitors from Tuesday- Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., (805) 237-3751
Two giant locations on the Central Coast offering a nice selection of antiques and collectibles. Open daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Located in Cambria at 2110 & 2084 Main Street. RichManPoorManAntiques.com, (805) 203-5350
Read more about the antique store here: https://www.slovisitorsguide.com/cambria-san-simeon/nostalgic-antiques-draw-rich-and-poor
River Oaks Golf Course
A unique “6-Hole Player Development”
course offering 3 sets of tees.
Perfect for advanced, intermediate,
beginners, juniors, seniors and
women golfers. River Oaks Golf
Course is ideal for golfers looking for
a quick round.
Done wine tasting? Take an hour and
come relax in the historic natural
mineral springs. Private indoor and
outdoor tubs start at $12/hour. Full
service spa offering therapeutic
massage and facial treatments.