Springtime in SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County) means the season of wildflowers. Winter rains give way to stunning pastel fields and green hillscapes most vivid from March to May. And sometimes the rain falls in such a sequence to create something truly magnificent: a superbloom. Ever heard of a…
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Discover eagles, shorebirds and hundreds of species in California's premier birding destination Grab your binoculars and prepare to be amazed—SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County) is California's best birding destination for a reason. With over 460 bird species recorded across the region, SLO CAL is a…
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Looking for the best food in SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County)? Wondering where do the locals eat? Keep reading for iconic SLO CAL eats every visitor should try! These top eats in SLO CAL are not to miss. From dessert to sandwiches, preparation styles to farm-fresh, you'll soon find that this region…
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Take in the beautiful views of SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County) and get your steps in along the way! Nearly every SLO CAL destination is home to its own unique terrain and array of hiking trails. From the ocean vistas of Avila Beach to the mountainous overlooks in Santa Margarita, we've compiled…
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Most of these ghost stories are more like anecdotes than stories: brief encounters—with the dead rather than the living. The earliest ghost story in San Luis Obispo County, maybe the earliest in California, involves humans transforming into ghost bears. Father Antonio Martinez wrote it down in an…
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FIND TREASURES AT SLO CAL'S ANTIQUE SHOPS Collectors and connoisseurs of all things from the past will adore the world of vintage and antiquities in the variety of antique stores found nestled around SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County). Home to one of the most famous collector, William Randoph Hearst…
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Pumpkins, scarecrows and sunny beach days ahead! Fall in SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County) is all about enjoying a dose of outdoor fun alongside traditional fall seasonal festivities like hayrides, cider sipping and apple picking. Truly, it's the best of both worlds, as off-season travelers can…
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Natural wonders, wildlife, and art make for a sweet stay in these sister communities by the sea The neighboring communities of Ragged Point and San Simeon are each a study in contrast. They’re rugged as well as refined, otherworldly and yet totally familiar. San Simeon is where wealthy newspaperman…
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Michelin announced their first ever Michelin Key hotels in the United States in 2024 including 11 three key hotels, 33 two key hotels and 80 one key hotels. Here are the hotels listed in SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County) offering high-quality stays, including two properties awarded one key…
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Explore these SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County) wineries that care so deeply about their products, land and resources they have to commit to pursuing a certification (often a time intensive process). Dedication in the area of sustainability is seen in the dedication these local wineries have to their…
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