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What to do and see in Morro Bay, California (CA): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Morro Bay is a waterfront city in San Luis Obispo County, California located along California State Route 1 on California's Central Coast. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 10,234, down from 10,350 at the 2000 census.
Restaurants in Morro Bay
1. Central Coast Outdoors
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5.0 based on 589 reviews
Kayak, bike and hike Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Big Sur and the Central Coast. We specialize in incredible California Central Coast outdoors tours and trips for individual travelers, small group tours or large group tours kayaking, biking or hiking in our natural playground. Our trips and tours are top rated and our guide staff second to none! Take advantage of the owners' decades of experience in the adventure travel world and learn more about how we can help you explore this natural wonderland by bike, kayak and on foot..
2. Kayak Horizons
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5.0 based on 42 reviews
Please add kayaking or paddleing to your list of attractions
3. The Paddleboard Company
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
The Paddleboard Company is a full service outfit in all things paddle boarding. We rent and sell both standup and prone paddle boards. Check out our rentals, lessons, SUP yoga classes, retail and events. For rentals we have the best equipment in the central coast so you can have the most positive experience. Our instructors are ACA certified for the highest quality instruction and water safety. Morro Bay is the *perfect* place to paddle as it is protected from the impact of ocean swells and large ocean animals. There is a abundance of wildlife to observe in their natural habitat from otters, pelicans, rays and harbor seals. Book your adventure with us soon.
4. Morro Bay National Estuary
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4.5 based on 233 reviews
California coastal wetland located midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and covering 10 miles of shoreline.
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
We had a fun time at Morro Bay National Estuary There were lots of cute sea otters to see There were people out on their boats. It was a beautiful day and lots of people were enjoying the day. The views of the estuary and of Morro Rock are always amazing.
5. Heron and Cormorant Rookery
6. Morro Bay State Park
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4.5 based on 469 reviews
This beautiful state park campground is across the road from the beach.
Reviewed By LB1_FJ - Long Beach, United States
So we camped two nights at the State Park, it was great! Easy 3 minute walk to the preserve. The campsite was nice, had power and water hook ups, quick drive to the one dump station. The site has bathrooms and pay to use showers (terrible shower tho haha, idk how to the hot water worked and I froze). The campsite had a lot of dirt and we managed to track in the RV, so maybe bring a rug or dirt trapper. The sites all had fire rings, nice picnic tables and stone bbq's (separate from the fire ring). Like I said the preserve was a very short walk away, they have a couple trails and wood deck walk ways that lead up to the bay and magnificent sunset views. There is a little harbor with boats and a harbor side cafe, with awesome nachos, chicken tenders and MUD PIE (yummm). Super easy 20 minute walk to the wharf. Lots of shops and restaurants. We stopped in for wine tasting and also got a beer at the brewery. Super cute town. I would definitely highly recommend the state park and also camping. Keep in mind we were here in December and it got COLD over night. Make sure you bring warm clothes and that your heater works if you're in a RV. There is a camp host onsite and they sell fire wood.
7. Museum of Natural History
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4.5 based on 232 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 michaellK4243CD - Nipomo, United States
This place is certainly a 'must-see', with changing exhibits and an intense focus on local natural history, I would rate this as one of the 2 best museums on the Central Coast.
8. Morro Strand State Beach
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4.5 based on 300 reviews
Reviewed By A7731CBphilh
We went there on Christmas Day 2020 and went when the tide was going out - the perfect time for collecting sand dollars - as there were thousands of them everywhere! Small (free) parking lot at the beach and a short walk through the sandy trail gets you to the wide open beach which was pretty empty of people. Note that dogs are not allowed on the beach (though we saw some people out there with dogs, who may have walked over from neighboring beaches where dogs are allowed). When you go, be ready for potential winds (i.e., you may want to check the tides and weather before going).
9. Morro Rock
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4.5 based on 2,106 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 patphil71
only spent 0ne night and a morning in this lovely laid back little town.lots of free parking down by the water,there are loads of individual shops to browse,look out for the garden centre/come shop,one of the best we have ever seen! if you get a chance try the galley restuarant( which sits right on the waters edge),great sea food! this little town is a real gem,give it a try.
10. Sub Sea Tours and Kayaks
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4.5 based on 222 reviews
Sub Sea Tours - bay cruise offering above water and below water viewing.Humpback Whale Watching - May through October, watch the humpback whales feed and frolic near Morro bay on the Central Coast.Gray Whale Watching - Gray whales migrate through the area as early as November until March. Over 24,000 whales pass by Morro Bay to and from Alaska and Mexico during these months. Stand Up Paddleboards, Canoe, and Kayaking - self-guided tours in the bay.
