Cayucos Beach is the centerpiece of a charming Central Coast town that has maintained its laid-back, vintage California atmosphere. The beach is anchored by the historic wooden Cayucos Pier, originally built in 1872 and recently restored, which provides fishing opportunities and panoramic views of Estero Bay with Morro Rock visible to the south. The beach […]
California Beaches
Cayucos State Beach
Cayucos State Beach wraps around a protective cove on California’s Central Coast, offering a gentle beach experience with typically calm waters suitable for swimming. The beach is anchored by the historic 982-foot Cayucos Pier, originally built in 1872 and recently renovated, providing fishing opportunities and expansive views of Estero Bay and Morro Rock in the […]
Avila Beach
Avila Beach is a sheltered cove protected by the surrounding hills and Point San Luis, creating warmer water temperatures and calmer conditions than many Central Coast beaches. The south-facing beach spans about a half-mile along a rebuilt, pedestrian-friendly downtown with restaurants and shops fronting the sand. Avila’s 1,685-foot pier offers fishing without a license and […]
Huntington Beach
Known as “Surf City USA,” Huntington Beach features 10 miles of uninterrupted coastline with consistent waves that attract surfers worldwide. The beach is centered around its iconic 1,850-foot pier, one of the longest on the West Coast, offering fishing and panoramic views. The wide, flat beaches have fire pits for evening bonfires and host professional […]