Activities In and Around Cambria

Cambria is a great place to simply get away from the day-to-day bustle of life. There is so much to see around town and beyond!  You can:

• For those who don't like to drive check out the blog post THE FUN NEVER STOPS FOR YOUR LEGS IN CAMBRIA.
• See the elephant seals north of San Simeon
• Walk along the shores of Moonstone Beach
• Kayak in San Simeon, Morro Bay or Avila Beach
• Hike through town, along the Big Sur coast or at Montana del Oro State Park
• Play on the sand dunes at Pismo Beach
• Relax in old-town San Luis Obispo
• Bike along the spectacular California coast
• Visit wineries in and around Paso Robles
• Visit Heart Castle

The town offers many art and antique shops. There are a wide variety of excellent restaurants and a purposeful lack of fast food chains (by design). Like every small town, Cambria has a variety of parades, social events and Friday farmer's markets that will take you back to a simpler, more peaceful time.

Moonstone Beach is one of the nicest beaches on the Central Coast for "tide pooling" for kids of all ages, or go looking for the famous Moonstones!
Water Sports are extremely popular along California's Central Coast. Sea kayaking trips along the coast are available in Cambria and Morro Bay. Excellent windsurfing can be found at Arroyo Laguna, 15 minutes north of us. Depending on the wind and tide, you can have calm, flat water cruising or surf sailing. Remember to bring your small sails!
Hearst Castle, in San Simeon, is just a 10-minute drive north. The tours are outstanding. There is also excellent hiking and biking in the San Simeon area.
Elephant Seals can be seen (and heard) just north of Cambria at the colony near Piedras Blancas. These immense animals can exceed 8 feet in length and weigh several thousand pounds. Other species of seals and otters can be seen at many local beaches.
Wine Tasting is a popular activity in nearby Paso Robles. San Luis Obispo County is gaining a well-deserved reputation for excellent wines. Go to our Links page for web sites devoted to Central Coast wineries, or just drive along and explore for yourself!

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