This nursery is an attraction all on its own with its lavish grounds that are nice to walk through on a sunny afternoon. Enjoy the atmosphere or pick out a plant or garden decoration to take home. While there, be sure to visit Chicken John, the resident rooster. Read more about the Educated Gardener in the San Luis Obispo County Visitors Guide: https://www.slovisitorsguide.com/santa-margarita/spring-into-the-garden-with-the-educated-gardener

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.

Half-mile east of South Bay Boulevard on the
south side of Los Osos Valley Road. The reserve has
an easy one-mile trail through the “Pygmy Oaks”,
which are dwarfed coast live oaks. The low canopy
reserve is on the site where Chumash Indians once
lived.

The pier, at the intersection of 2nd Street and El Morro Ave., overlooks the shores of the back bay of Morro Bay. The Los Osos Oaks State Reserve Half-mile east of South Bay Boulevard on the south side of Los Osos Valley Road. The reserve has an easy one-mile trail through the “Pygmy Oaks”, which are dwarfed coast live oaks. The low canopy reserve is on the site where Chumash once lived.

The vision of the Santa Margarita Historical Society is to make our local history available on-line with hardcopy held at the public library located on the corner of I & Murphy Streets in Santa Margarita. Plans call for restoration of the small county jail building and documenting a number of the community’s historic buildings, both those that are still standing and those that have disappeared over the decades. The Society is recording the stories of “old timers” to help ensure that the history of the town, which grew out of the Mexican Land Grant Rancho Santa Margarita, is not lost.

Hop from vineyard to vineyard in
your own chartered Helicopter. Rise
above the ordinary, try a helicopter
tour for your next wine tasting
experience. Airport service, wedding,
group and corporate transportation
available. Rates start at $950.00 per
hour.

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.

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

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

In a town where nothing is exactly ‘normal’, the folks at Harmony Valley Creamery know what it takes to create  awesome craft ice cream, made in small batches that delight the taste buds of locals and visitors alike. Founded in 1913 around a burgeoning local dairy industry, the formation of the Harmony Valley Creamery Association would see Harmony serve as the capital of Central Coast dairy production for nearly half a century.

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.

From September 1-June 14 tours are offered on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, except federal holidays. From June 15-August 31 tours are offered on Mondays-Saturdays except federal holidays. Call for details (805) 927-7361

On Santa Maria Avenue between 2nd and 3rd streets. The market takes place every Monday from 2-4:30 p.m. (805) 748-1109.

Read more at https://www.slovisitorsguide.com/los-osos/los-osos-gateway-nature