The Harford Pier is home to recreational and commercial fishing, as well as two restaurants and a seafood market. Perhaps the most notable feature of the Harford Pier, which was previously used by horse-drawn cars, is that it's still open to vehicles.
Oceano Campground - Pismo State Beach offers all kinds of attractions: hiking, swimming, surf fshing, kite surfng and horseback riding. It is also the only beach in California where it is permitted to drive a vehicle along the shore. While in the area, enjoy a tour through the new visitor center located in front of the campground area.
Santa Margarita Lake is a lake several miles southeast of the town of Santa Margarita in San Luis Obispo County, California. Santa Margarita Lake has plenty of wildlife and open space which makes for the perfect place to fish, hike, picnic or camp. The area is accessible to hikers, bicyclists and equestrians.
Lopez Lake is a reservoir near the city of Arroyo Grande in San Luis Obispo County, California. The lake is formed by Lopez Dam on Arroyo Grande Creek, 9 mi (14 km) upstream from the Pacific Ocean. The creek drains about 60 sq mi (160 km2) above the dam and 90 sq mi (230 km2) below.
Soda Lake is a shallow, ephemeral, alkaline endorheic lake in the Carrizo Plain in southeastern San Luis Obispo County, California. The Soda Lake Watershed lies in the eastern portion of San Luis Obispo's North County region and includes the northern portion of the Carrizo National Monument.
The Oceano Dunes area in California is a popular location for both motorized and non-motorized recreation. The Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area is specifically designated for off-highway vehicle use, while the adjacent areas offer a variety of non-vehicular recreational activities.
Oceano Dunes Pole 2 in Oceano, CA, refers to a specific location on the beach that marks the beginning of the off-highway vehicle (OHV) area at the Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (SVRA). It is located about one mile south of Pier Avenue on the beach. All OHVs must be transported to this point before off-loading to ride in the designated OHV area.
Oceano Park is centrally located in one of the most recreational-friendly areas in San Luis Obispo County. Each day, thousands of people visit the beaches and campgrounds of Pismo Beach and Oceano for camping, RVing, swimming, kayaking, boating and all sorts of motorsports, including ocean watercraft, ATVs, motorcycles and 4x4s at the Oceano Dunes.
Morro Rock stands 576 feet tall and is perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean at the mouth of the harbor. A causeway connects it with the shore, making it a tied island. The rock is protected as the Morro Rock State Preserve. It is home to nesting Peregrine Falcons and is part of a chain of nine volcanic peaks that extend from San Luis Obispo to Morro Bay known as the Nine Sisters.
Spooners Cove, also known as Spooner's Cove and Buchon Cove, is a bay located in San Luis Obispo County, California. It resides within Montaña de Oro State Park, offering views of rugged cliffs and sandy beaches. Visitors can explore the coastline for unique rocks and sea glass, the area is ideal for tidepooling, picnicking, and beachcombing. Other activities include climbing rocks and exploring caves.
The Bob Jones "City to the Sea" Trail is a hiking, walking, jogging and biking route that winds through the forested valley alongside San Luis Obispo Creek towards Avila Beach. From the trail are views of bridges spanning the wide creek, the Avila Beach Golf Course, the town of Avila and the Pacific Ocean.
Lake Nacimiento is a reservoir located in northern San Luis Obispo County, California. It's an 18-mile long lake on the Nacimiento River, known for its recreational activities and scenic beauty. The population of Lake Nacimiento was 2,956 at the 2020 census, up from 2,411 at the 2010 census.
The town square is centered around the Downtown City Park, a central green space with gazebo, recently renovated children’s playground, picnic tables and benches and the historically acclaimed Carnegie Library, now home to the archives and exhibits of the Paso Robles Historical Society.
From swimming and hiking to kayaking, surfing, and golf, Pismo Beach offers an array of outdoor activities destined to satisfy any sports aficionado. We offer long white beaches for taking a pleasant stroll or for just enjoying the spectacular views of the Pismo Beach sunset. Take a leisurely walk on the award-winning boardwalk adjacent to the Pismo Beach pier.
The Pismo State Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove is a publically owned, protected overwintering site for western monarch butterflies. Monach clusters are found in over 200 coastal sites, including several sites in San Luis Obispo County. The Pismo State Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove generally has one of the largest overwintering western monarch populations.
A 4½-acre park with a view of the ocean and access to a mile and a half sandy beach and tide pools. The park includes: barbecue areas, bicycle and auto parking, children's playground, grassy recreation area, restrooms, picnic tables and benches.
Eldwayen Ocean Park is a 1½-mile oceanfront park located in Pismo Beach, California with: grassy recreation area, on-street parking, picnic table and benches, stairs to a sandy beach and tide pools.
Margo Dodd Park includes a breathtaking ocean view, covered gazebo (ideal for weddings), a grassy recreation area, bicycle parking and on-street parking. This park offers excellent photo opportunities of marine and bird life and a rugged coastal terrain.
This 11-acre, ocean-front, bluff-top park is popular with walkers, photographers, dog lovers, joggers, and fishing enthusiasts. Park amenities include a wedding location overlooking the ocean, as well as a grassy reception area, and an amphitheater for entertainment events.
