3550 Pecho Valley Rd
San Luis Obispo County, CA

Montaña de Oro is the pot of gold (Oro means gold, get it?) at the end of the rainbow. This gorgeous state park offers incredible hiking and biking trails, horseback trails and camping. A definite MUST SEE on your Highway1 Road Trip!

Los Osos

Baywood-Los Osos, California, United States

Another stop on your road trip is just about anywhere on Highway1. That's right, just pull over to experience some of the most breathtaking coastline in the world!

905 Los Osos Valley Rd
Baywood-Los Osos, CA

Among the thriving culture of wine tasting, craft brewers, and farm-to-table dining along Highway 1, local distilleries have become a destination all their own. The Central Coast distillery boom began as a side hustle for wineries trying to avoid waste in the winemaking process. By distilling unusable wine and leftover grape skins after fermentation, winemakers could maximize sustainability and open a new income stream. And then there were the spirits themselves: beautifully crafted brandies, gins, limoncellos, grappas and more. With the success of these products, a distillery culture grew to include other spirits, including bourbon and rye whiskeys, rum, and even absinthe. Today, visitors can find a wide variety of tasting rooms along Highway 1 and nearby, all made by the hands of local distillers.

San Luis Obispo, CA

Of the 101 miles of coastline in San Luis Obispo County, half are protected shoreline. In other words, the odds are good that surf, sand and sun are always within reach here. The Central Coast boasts some of the best beaches in the U.S., and certainly on the West Coast. What sets them apart? Think miles of white sand, uncrowded, untouched ― and unbelievably scenic. Visitors can find a spectrum of options, with ideal beaches for sunbathing, beachcombing, wildlife viewing, surfing, tidepooling, doggie fun or even dune-driving

Morro Bay, CA

The peaceful area of the Morro Bay Estuary that fronts Los Osos-Baywood Park offers ideal kayaking conditions. Home to 250 species of birds and a favorite destination for avid birders, the back bay offers quiet waters and a new perspective on the Central Coast, especially at sunset. Many local companies offer equipment rental, including the Kayak Shack. For tours, Central Coast Outdoors leads kayakers for half-day and full-day itineraries around the back bay, and can even add picnics or California beach-style grilled dinners upon request.