Los Osos Elfin Forest-Baywood Park, on Morro Bay
Los Osos Elfin Forest on Morro Bay is a fascinating pygmy oak forest complete with walkways. Easily accessible and great for nature viewing.
Attractions
Lovers Point Park and Beach – 4 acres of recreational paradise in Pacific Grove
Lovers Point Park and Beach – The western end of the Monterey Bay Coastal Trail in Pacific Grove is a place for most any sort of fun beach activity
McWay Falls and Cove In Big Sur
McWay Falls – How to find this magic spot in Big Sur where a waterfall drops right into the ocean
Mission La Purisima – A Journey back in time
Mission La Purisima – Visiting this fully restored mission complex is like going back in time two hundred years.
Indian Valley Road – Backroad drive and the chance of wildflowers near San Miguel
Indian Valley Road – A lovely backroad drive near San Miguel that parallels Highway 101 through cattle country – photos and directions
The Iron Road Pioneers Sculpture – San Luis Obispo
The Iron Road Pioneers sculpture in San Luis Obispo – where to find it, what’s it about about and what’s nearby
Jalama Beach – An unspoiled Central California beach
Jalama Beach – Beach camping and beach combing away from the crowds. How to find this treasure
The James Dean Memorial in Cholame
The James Dean Memorial pays tribute to the actor who died near here in a car crash in 1955
Father Junipero Serra – The founder of the California Missions
Junipero Serra traveled from San Diego to Monterey establishing missions. His contribution is honored in the US Capitol with a statue.
How to Drive Backroads – Enjoy the scenery, have fun and be safe
How to drive backroads – driving rural or back roads requires slightly different driving strategies. These tips will help you be safe and enjoy the drive.
