San Luis Obispo County has something for everyone who enjoys the outdoors - pristine beaches, quiet country roads, and a mild, sunny climate.The county hosts elephant seals all year, and is visited every winter by millions of monarch butterflies. Whale watching off the coast is very popular. The county is also a bird-watching paradise.

Naturally, there are also abundant opportunities for active outdoor activities: golfing, fishing, swimming, biking, kayaking, hiking and also:

Monarch Butterfly Wintering Grounds: December to March
Pismo Beach State Park, Morro Bay State Park and Montana de Oro State Park are home to over 60,000 migrating Monarch Butterflies.

Hearst Castle® : Year-around enjoyment for over 800,000 visitors each year. Introduction to the life and times of William Randolph Hearst through four, distinctly different tours daily showcasing a magnificent estate of 165 rooms and 127 acres of gardens, terraces, pools and walkways. Enjoy the National Geographic Theater Hearst Castle® documentary – large format film.

Wineries: Year-around Hospitality. Over 80 wineries, many offering tasting and tours in the Paso Robles and Edna Valley/Arroyo Grande wine regions - two of California's most exciting and promising wine-producing regions.

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Central Coast Outdoors - The Central Coast of California has some of the wildest coastline and largest unspoiled open spaces in the state. It is home to the crashing surf and hiking trails of Big Sur, the scenic Pacific Coast Highway, several wine growing regions and a world class National Estuary in Morro Bay. Central Coast Outdoors specialize in incredible outdoor trips on the Central Coast of California and offer high quality day and weekend outdoor trips. These outdoor trips feature the best bike trips, hike trips and kayak trips that the Central Coast of California has to offer. Take advantage of the owners' decades of experience in the adventure travel world and learn more about how we can help you explore this natural wonderland... Toll Free: 888.873.5610

Recommended Hotels:

Petit Soleil, Bed et Breakfast - Step inside the cobblestone courtyard and find yourself transported to the rustic charm and colors of Provence. We have both lived and traveled throughout Europe and have sought to recreate a feeling of European comfort and ease, with touches of whimsy, in our newly remodeled Bed et Breakfast. Freshly brewed coffee and a full gastronome breakfast will be served to you each morning in our inviting dining room, or in the sun filled back patio.Every evening you can relax and enjoy a tasting of Local and French wines paired with delectable appetizers. Petit Soleil, Bed et Breakfast, an unforgettable delight only five blocks from downtown San Luis Obispo. 1473 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, Ca. 93401 - Toll Free 800-676-1588.

San Luis Obispo
Atascadero
Morro Bay
Paso Robles
Cayucos

For more information see: http://sanluisobispocounty.com