San Luis Obispo County, often referred to as SLO County, is located on the Central Coast of California. It's known for its stunning coastline, beautiful beaches, and rolling hills. As of the 2020 census, the population was 282,424. The county seat is the city of San Luis Obispo, which is home to California Polytechnic State University.

The San Carpoforo Creek Beach Access is the northernmost portion of the state-owned properties in Hearst San Simeon State Park. A portion of this beach is also in Los Padres National Forest and it’s signed that way at the trailhead.

Arroyo Laguna Beach is a windsurfing and kiteboarding spot along the northern San Luis Obispo Coast. The beach is at the mouth of Oak Knoll Creek which is commonly called Arroyo Laguna. This is another one of the many beaches that are part of Hearst San Simeon State Park.

The William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach is located near the historic town of San Simeon along Highway One and gives visitors the opportunity to hike, swim, fish and beachcomb. A popular beach spot, this protected cove also offers visitors pier fishing. Ocean kayaking is also popular. Picnic tables, barbecue grills and restrooms are available.

With soaring ceilings, plentiful seating, and an accompanying food truck, the San Simeon tasting room is the perfect place to stop on your way along the Pacific Coast Highway. Enjoy excellent wine and a bite to eat inside or at the dog-friendly outdoor tables with sweeping views of the bay.

Light Station provides a glimpse into our nation's past when lighthouses served a vital role in maritime navigation. Today it is managed as a historic park and wildlife sanctuary. The light station is part of the federally designated Piedras Blancas Light Station Outstanding Natural Area and the California Coastal National Monument.

At Elephant Seal Vista Point between mid-November through mid-January, the dominant bull elephant seals are returning, displacing the sub adult males who have been on the beach for weeks practicing their gladiator skills in hopes of competing against those giant bulls for the affection of the females.

Hearst Castle, officially known as Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument, is a world-renowned historic estate located on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, about midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, in San Simeon, California, on the central coast. It is famous for its opulent architecture, art, and the estate's rich history.