Location: San Luis Obispo
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The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in San Luis Obispo, California (CA)
Halfway between San Francisco and L.A., San Luis Obispo can be a relaxing getaway or a buzz of activity. For serenity, pack a lunch and head to one of dozens of wineries or take a drive to the beach for a leisurely swim. For a dose of history, visit the heart of the city at the beautiful Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Kids will love the Children’s Museum or Skate Park. Be sure to stroll along the creek downtown, where there are breweries, wine bars, restaurants and shopping for all tastes.
Restaurants in San Luis Obispo
1. Whales Tale Sailing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Experience the wildlife and natural history of Port San Luis on a 36ft sailboat! Your experienced captain and marine biologist interpreter will take you on biologically and historically rich tour of the bay. Enjoy a quiet morning trip, a heeled over midday or afternoon trip, or a beautiful sunset complete with complimentary wine and snacks! Visit portsanluissailing.com for booking and details.
2. Highway 1 Discovery Route
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5.0 based on 156 reviews
Roam this 101-mile stretch of Highway 1 in San Luis Obispo County (SLO CAL) where you'll find 10 uncrowded beaches, 12 state parks, Hearst Castle, three bountiful wine regions, farm-to-table cuisine, and unique wildlife habitats. Wherever you roam along the Highway 1 Discovery Route, you will find the best of Highway 1!
Reviewed By D4283UWwendyh
This is a wonderful road that for many mikes is along the Pacific coast. Do not use it as a freeway, it is not. Great scenic drive with lots to see and do along the way. Most is one lane in each direction, but the scenery is not something that you will want to speed past.
3. HeliPro Helicopter Scenic Tours
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Discover the beauty of the Central Coast from a unique perspective! We are offering an unforgettable experience for your holidays. A truely unique adventure that lasts for a lifetime. In our brand new, air conditioned helicopter a window seat for each of our guests is guranteed. Select one of our 5 tours or ask for a tailormade offer (engagement, doors off,etc.)to make your trip even more unique.
4. Arcadian Adventures
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Arcadian Adventures is a luxury adventure travel company curating custom itineraries and weekend tours on the Central Coast. Booking begins with an in-depth guest interview in order to discover each guest’s specific wants and needs. Based on party requirements, our dedicated guide builds a custom itinerary of outdoor adventures to take place during their stay.
5. Poly Canyon Loop
6. Valencia Peak Trail
7. Cerro San Luis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Located in the center of the city this peak rises more than 1,292 feet and is marked by a big "M", for Mission School, etched in its side. Once privately owned, the city eventually acquired 75 acres around the base of the mountain which is now open to the public for hiking, biking and sightseeing.
8. Reservoir Canyon Trail
9. Madonna Inn Trail Rides
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Madonna Inn Trail Rides offers guided horseback rides on the Madonna Ranch. Our beautiful scenic ride will accommodate any level of rider! Our horses are safe and gentle, and the wranglers are very knowledgeable. We love our horses and we know you will too!
Reviewed By leahl433 - Hong Kong, China
I did the ride in April, and just now doing reviews from all my traveling this spring/summer. Booked it via phone from a google search and found Haddie T.'s number. Easy to book and great response time! (I booked it about 5 days ahead.) HAD - A - Blast on the Madonna Inn Trail ride. It was April, and gorgeous and green. A very relaxing and perfect. Easy to book. Safe & fun horses, (I ride competitively but my friend had only been on a horse once.) Our guide was great, outstanding actually! It was just us three on the ride. I cannot think of his name. He was going to school at Poly and a finance major i think, if that helps anyone at the business for a 5 star guide review. Gave us great history of the area, we rode through cattle and up and around the hill for a scenic loop. It couldn't have been better. Anyway, I highly recommend this ride and guides/management. Leah L.
