Location: Cayucos
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Top 10 Things to do in Cayucos, United States
Cayucos is a census-designated place located on the coast in San Luis Obispo County, California along California State Route 1 between Cambria to the north and Morro Bay to the south. The population was 2,592 at the 2010 census, down from 2,943 at the 2000 census.
Restaurants in Cayucos
1. Cayucos Pier
Overall Ratings
4 based on 268 reviews
Reviewed By beachbabes512 - Carmichael, California
Nice renovated pier. Wonderful panoramic view of the ocean and area. It is fun to watch the surfers. If you are lucky you can see dolphins, whales, seals etc. There are many plaques in memory for people who lived and or loved the area.
2. Morro Bay National Estuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
California coastal wetland located midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and covering 10 miles of shoreline.
Reviewed By Ruth H - Morgan Hill
I love kayaking here. You can rent them along front street or go on a variety of tours, including whale watching. There are lots of sea lions, sea otters, and birds. The waters are relatively calm too!
3. Brown Butter Cookie Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By glennmaston
I had my dog with me. He couldn't go in, but the lady behind the counter offered to bring me samples outside so that I could direct my friend as to what to procure. The cookies were spectacular.
4. Morro Bay Skateboard Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Featuring skateboards and memorabilia from the 1930s to present day. Proudly displaying skateboards and memorabilia from Todd Huber's Skatelab, Stephen Pizzo, Pat "Skate Fink" Maphis, Dennis Allgeier and Jack Smith .Open seven days a week. M-F: 11-5 Weekends: 10-6
Reviewed By p0ulet0 - Switzerland
We enjoyed this very small museum (1 room). Free entrance, based on donation. Many old skates and scooters, movies and documentaires. A good moment.
5. Estero Bluffs State Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By misty_bee_Wyo - Sheridan, Wyoming
Very beautiful nature area, with no buildings, bathrooms, hotels, et cetera, to distract from the experience. About 5 miles north of Cayucos off Hwy 1. Easy parking area, and fairly easy walk down to the beach and ocean.
6. Museum of Natural History
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
The emphasis is on interactive and hands-on learning exhibits that provide scientific information regarding tidal forces, geology, erosion and environmental issues.
Reviewed By Jon R - San Luis Obispo, California
This museum is small but it offers excellent exhibitions focused on local natural history. It is a particularly good place to introduce children to coastal ecosystems. Adults can learn a lot, too. We did. We particularly enjoyed the taxidermy specimens of local birds and wildlife. Part of the enjoyment is the excellent location overlooking the Morro Bay Estuary. Beautiful scenery.
The staff are friendly and helpful. They will remind you to "look up" because there are many things to see at the ceiling level, and to "open the drawers" to see small presentations in them. The gift shop has a nice selection of books, clothing, stuffed animals and other nature-related items.
7. Old Cayucos Tavern & Card Room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By SFKAT3 - London, United Kingdom
Stopped on the way back to motel for a nightcap after dinner, service was friendly and quick. Watch what you do with the matchbooks, our 15 year old found the homonyms a little too amusing ;-)
8. Morro Rock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Home to flocks of Peregrine falcons, egrets and blue herons, the 50-acre Morro Rock is the last in a chain of extinct volcanoes.
Reviewed By Jon R - San Luis Obispo, California
This iconic landmark is very much worth a visit. But don’t do as I’ve done on too many occasions — just drive into the parking area at the end f Coleman Dr. and look toward the harbor and the town of Morro Bay. That’s a very nice view, especially when the otters and sea lions are visible, but don’t forget to turn around and walk around.
First, walk around the Rock as far as possible on both the east and west sides. It’s impressive to get up close and personal. Pay attention to the "Do Not Climb" signs. It’s a common event to see a helicopter or an ambulance removing a lawbreaking explorer/climber. It’s very dangerous.
But the often hidden jewel is Morro Rock Beach. Some will access the beach from the parking lot north of Coleman Dr. I recommend a different access. As you’re turning onto Coleman Dr., the causeway that connects the mainland with the Rock, you will see a sign for Coleman Park. Just to the right of that sign is a bike path and dirt road heading north. Take that dirt road as far as you can drive a car, where you’ll find a small parking area on the left. You can bike or walk even farther north, using a bike/pedestrian bridge over Morro Creek. Access the beach from this area and then walk north of Morro Creek. On many days you will have this expansive, very gently sloping beach area almost to yourself. It’s well worth finding. The views are magnificent. It’s also a great place to find sand dollars.
I will return here many times.
9. Remember When
Overall Ratings
4 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Rod B - San Jose, California
There are only a couple Antique stores left in Cayucos, and we hadn't been there in awhile. But always have enjoyed "Remember When" when we were in town, the store has been cleaned up and uncluttered since the last time we were here (3 or 4 yrs) they also have a second store about a block away called "Remember When Too" so be sure to visit both They have a pretty wide selection of items, the second store has more then the original, and is laid out pretty well. The second store is probably the best of the four Antique shops that we visited while in Cayucos.
10. Morro Strand State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 263 reviews
Reviewed By Mychelle F - San Francisco, California
You will find LOTS of Sand dollars at this beach. Hundreds of them wash up every day. We rented a house overlooking this beach and never got tired of the view. Great area for sand volleyball, body surfing, bird watching, building sand castles, walking your dog, taking a jog, or just strolling hand in hand with the one you love. This beach is located just north of downtown Morro Bay and goes for miles. So put on your sunscreen and plan on carrying your shoes...enjoy!
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