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What to do?
Are you tired of sun bathing and playing in the sand? Hard to imagine! But if you're looking for something else to do here are recommendations for all ages.
Family Friendly
CENTRAL COAST AQUARIUM
PORT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE TOUR
AVILA VALLEY BARN
PADDLE BOARDING AND KAYAKING
SLO TOURS
HEARST CASTLE
MONARCH BUTTERFLY GROVE
PISMO BOWL
SLO CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
Hiking
BOB JONES TRAIL
Easy, flat trail that is also bike friendly. Great for all ages.
AVILA RIDGE
More of a moderate trail. You'll work up a sweat, but worth the view.
PISMO PRESERVE
A variety of trails within the preserve. Ranging from easy to moderate.
DINOSAUR CAVES
Fun caves and tidepools to explore with this hike. Also has a fun dinosaur park in the area as well.
RESEVOIR CANYON
Small but beautiful waterfall right at the beginning. A step above easy hike up to the swing which could be a great ending spot. However you can continue to the top of the ridge which makes it a moderate hike.
MADDONA MOUNTIAN
There are a few different trails you can take on/around the mountain. There is lemon grove loop which is flatter. You can hike to the "M", or you can go to the top where after thanksgiving there is the Christmas tree out of lights.
Adult Getaways
SYCAMORE MINERAL SPRINGS
Book a massage, enjoy a soak in the hot spring. Take some time to unwind.
AVILA GOLF RESORT
Right across the street from Casa Alina is the Avila beach golf resort.
FISHING
Book a fishing charter and enjoy the open sea!
PIRATES COVE BEACH
If you're looking to avoid tan lines, feel free to check out the local nude beach.
PISMO OUTLETS
Get a little shopping in!
AVILA VALLEY HOTSPRIGS
Massage, bike rentals and swimming. With a swimming pool and a hot mineral pool, this is actually family friendly as well.
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