Top Things to do in Wine Coast Country California
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Discover the best top things to do in Wine Coast Country California, United States including Piedras Blancas, Olde Port Beach, Moonstone Beach, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach, Pismo State Beach, Avila Main Beach, Pismo State Beach, Cayucos State Beach, Pirate's Cove Beach, Oak Knoll Creek Beach.
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1. Piedras Blancas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 722 reviews
Reviewed By DePere - De Pere, United States
We visited the elephant seal rookery of Piedras Blancas in mid-April. We learned while we were there that the large males (5000 pounds) with the extended noses (proboscis ) would not be on the beach at this time of the year. The elephant seals on the beach would be females and adolescents using the beach as a place to molt. This was a great experience. We visited the boardwalk during the evening and then returned to the same area in the morning. We witnessed more activity in the morning session. The boardwalks extend both north and south of the parking lot. There were seals in the water, seals on the beach, seals sleeping, seals climbing over each other, and seals sparring with each other. This was just a great experience, especially for a person from the Midwest. The area has great signage on the road so a person can easily find the rookery, located a few miles north of San Simeon. Brochures and informational bulletin boards provides you with education about these sea mammals. No fee associated with parking or accessing the viewing area.
2. Olde Port Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Moonstone Beach
4. William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By ROCruiser - Claremont, United States
We were spending a few days in Morro Bay after staying home for six months because of the pandemic. It was easier to travel in our RV which was like taking our 'house' with us. We bought some pies and quiche from Linn's Easy as Pie in Cambria and had a picnic lunch right here at the beach in our RV. What a great view to go with our delicious lunch! Entrance was free as we told the ranger that we were just stopping for lunch. There were not many people there which made it even better for us.
5. Pismo State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By misopiso88 - Seattle, United States
We were visiting the Butterfly Sanctuary and walked along the boardwalks to Pismo State Beach in Oceano. Lovely beach where you can actually drive your car on to the sand!
6. Avila Main Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By sqw
My all time favorite beach. Might take a couple minutes, but parking always possible. Always warmer than neighboring beaches. Dogs allowed in morning, but not 10 - 5.
7. Pismo State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By soulefultraveler - Sun City West, United States
Away from the town of Pismo there are few crowds. Very wide sandy beach fabulous for walking. Dogs on leashes. Highly recommended.
8. Cayucos State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By SMGrandma - Santa Maria, United States
Even though I visited solo, I could tell this was a popular location for families. There is a playground, restrooms, plenty of sand expanse and a pier to explore. It is within walking distance of restaurants. There is a parking lot, but the rest of the parking is on the street.
9. Pirate's Cove Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By LexArtChick666
I’ve been coming to the beach since I was 16 and now I’m 21. I wouldn’t bring children or family that isn’t into the nude thing. I personally don’t go nude here but the beach is nice and has little to no wind usually. I don’t mind the nudists or bother others while I’m there. There is usually not too many people but when there is beware of drunk and high weirdos. A lot of people go there to “party” but when it is quiet it is worth the small hike and drive. My advice is to stay away when there are too many people. You can tell when you first drive up the mountain and see a line of cars going all the way back from the parking lot that is more of a field of pot holes and ditches. Avoid the parking lot at all costs if you have a low car. Trucks usually can get in and out pretty easily. There is some broken glass on the trail sometimes but not super often. The cave is covered in graffiti but the view is beautiful. My only complaints are the parking lot and lack of trash pick up at the parking lot before the trails. People pick up the beaches usually but end up dumping their trash in a big pile in the front of the trail entrance. I don’t know how it gets taken care of from there. Aside from those the beaches are fairly clean and enjoyable as well as the water.
10. Oak Knoll Creek Beach
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
