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Road Trip to Cayucos, CA
Cayucos, California, United States
Cayucos is a classic little beach town on California's scenic Central Coast. Surf, explore, fish from a landmark pier and enjoy locally sourced dining - all with a laid-back vibe.
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99 5th St
Cayucos, CA
Cayucos State Beach is known for its fishing pier, beautiful beach and historical buildings, many of which are left over from the prospering old town and still stand as a variety of businesses such as restaurants, antique stores and specialty shops. The sandy beach offers mild weather, watersports such as surfing and swimming, tidepooling. Lifeguards are on duty during peak summer months.
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Go to the Beach
Cayucos, California, United States
Sunshine, shoreline, surf and even starfish — these are just a few treasures to be found in Cayucos State Beaches and State Parks. Spanning 11 miles of diverse coastline, these places feature sandy beaches, rugged bluffs, tidepools and seasonal creeks that flow into the sea. All of it is minutes away (or, sometimes just steps away!) from the quaint, walkable beach town of Cayucos. From Harmony Headlands State Park to Morro Strand State Beach, these open spaces highlight the very best of Highway 1.
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Visit the Sea Otters
Cayucos, California, United States
Cayucos shoreline makes up a significant part of the Central Coast’s sea life. But tide pools aren’t the only habitat — Cayucos is known for its harbor seals, dolphins and sea otters, too. Listen to the barking of harbor seals and watch them dive and dunk in the water. (You’ll recognize these creatures by their sweet whiskers and dog-like faces.) Also look for dolphins hunting baitfish like anchovies and playing in the waves. To find some of the cutest creatures in the animal kingdom, look for California sea otters offshore, especially in kelp beds. Most of Cayucos’s beaches offer visibility, but if you want a closer view, walk to the end of the Cayucos Pier.
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Play in the Tide Pools
Cayucos, California, United States
When it comes to Cayucos tide pools, Estero Bluffs State Park and Harmony Headlands State Park act as north and south boundaries. While many of the same species live along this stretch of shoreline, the state parks each offer unique terrain to explore. Look in the nooks and crannies of low tide for ochre sea stars, giant green anemones, black turbans, rough limpets and purple shore crabs. For those feeling adventurous, find “tide pools” inside the beached boat called “Point Estero” at Estero Bluffs State Park.
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See the Whales
Pacific Ave
Cayucos, CA
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
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Open 24 hours
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Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
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Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
Very little beats whale watching in quaint, beachy Cayucos. The Whale Trail sign stands on the Cayucos Pier, originally built in 1872 by Captain James Cass, the town founder. Harbor seals, California sea lions, sea otters and humpback whales can be seen here, as well as the occasional orca and gray whale. Also, don’t miss sea urchins, anemones, crabs, starfish and more in the nearby tidepools!
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Enjoy a spectacular sunset
Pacific Ave
Cayucos, CA
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
Wednesday:
Open 24 hours
Thursday:
Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
Saturday:
Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
Walk the planks! With its significant history and panoramic views, the Cayucos Pier represents the very best that Highway 1 has to offer. Plus, it sits on one of the finest beaches in Central California. What’s not to love?