San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 9 min
Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (18 min) Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife. Madonna Inn (4 min) Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Bubblegum Alley (14 min) An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Oceano Dunes SVRA (18 min) Sand-dune complex & off-roading area with campsites & swimming, plus birding & surf fishing. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum (6 min) Museum built in a restored freighthouse featuring exhibits on regional train history & themed rides. Visit SLO CAL (14 min) Dinosaur Caves Park (14 min) A grassy lawn, playground & walking trails mark this 11-acre park situated atop oceanfront bluffs. Museum of Natural History (17 min) Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. Monarch Butterfly Grove (16 min) Eucalyptus tree–filled grove with thousands of monarch butteries in late October through February. Morro Bay State Park (16 min) Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Cerro San Luis Obispo (5 min) Steep mountain with trails for hiking, running & mountain biking, plus sweeping views from the peak. Downtown SLO (16 min) Avila Valley Barn (9 min) Family-owned farm with a hay maze, pony & tractor rides, classic barbecue dishes & local produce. Bishop Peak (9 min) Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (14 min) Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. |