Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Pismo Beach

We've collected top 10 mentioned nature and parks in Pismo Beach from other articles such as New York Times' 36 hours column, If you only have a day, Fodor's Choice.

Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Pismo Beach

Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
4.8 (213 ratings)4.5 (144 ratings)
Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife.
100 Pier Ave, Oceano, CA 93445, USA
ParkNature & ParksRecreation center
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Central Coast
"Part of the spectacular Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes, this 3,600-acre coastal playground is one of the few places in California where you can…"
Bishop Peak
Bishop Peak
4.9 (50 ratings)4.5 (217 ratings)
Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
Mountain peakNature & ParksGeologic FormationsLookouts
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden
4.5 (42 ratings)4 (66 ratings)
This botanical garden dedicated to Mediterranean ecosystems & plants also has miles of paved trails.
3450 Dairy Creek Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
Botanical gardenNature & ParksEducationVolunteer organizationGardens
Cerro San Luis Obispo
Cerro San Luis Obispo
4.8 (12 ratings)
Steep mountain with trails for hiking, running & mountain biking, plus sweeping views from the peak.
California 93405, USA
Mountain peakNature & ParksMountains
Los Osos Oaks State Reserve
Los Osos Oaks State Reserve
4.7 (143 ratings)4 (31 ratings)
Established in 1972, this 85-acre state reserve features trails, wildlife & centuries-old oak trees.
1801 Los Osos Valley Rd, Los Osos, CA 93402, USA
ParkNature & ParksState Parks

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Pismo Beach

Karson Butler Events at the Ah Louis Store
Karson Butler Events at the Ah Louis Store
4.8 (8 ratings)
800 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
Historical landmarkBalloon storeEvent management companyGift shopParty equipment rental serviceParty store
Point San Luis Lighthouse
Point San Luis Lighthouse
4.7 (155 ratings)5 (155 ratings)
1 Lighthouse Rd, Avila Beach, CA 93424, USA
Historical place museumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkHistoric SitesLighthouses
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in California
"Just getting to this scenic 1890 lighthouse, overshadowed by Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant, is an adventure. The cheapest way to reach the lighthouse is via a rocky, crumbling, 3.75-mile round-trip hiking trail, for which guided-hike reservations are required. If you’d rather take it easy and ride out to the lighthouse, join an afternoon trolley tour (reservations also required). Inside the lighthouse you can inspect an original Fresnel lens and authentic Victorian-period furnishings."
Cerro San Luis Obispo
Cerro San Luis Obispo
4.8 (12 ratings)
Steep mountain with trails for hiking, running & mountain biking, plus sweeping views from the peak.
California 93405, USA
Mountain peakNature & ParksMountains

Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Pismo Beach

Bishop Peak
Bishop Peak
4.9 (50 ratings)4.5 (217 ratings)
Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
Mountain peakNature & ParksGeologic FormationsLookouts
Los Osos Oaks State Reserve
Los Osos Oaks State Reserve
4.7 (143 ratings)4 (31 ratings)
Established in 1972, this 85-acre state reserve features trails, wildlife & centuries-old oak trees.
1801 Los Osos Valley Rd, Los Osos, CA 93402, USA
ParkNature & ParksState Parks
Cerro San Luis Obispo
Cerro San Luis Obispo
4.8 (12 ratings)
Steep mountain with trails for hiking, running & mountain biking, plus sweeping views from the peak.
California 93405, USA
Mountain peakNature & ParksMountains

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Pismo Beach

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
4.6 (631 ratings)4.5 (623 ratings)
Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop.
751 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksChurchMissions
Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
4.8 (213 ratings)4.5 (144 ratings)
Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife.
100 Pier Ave, Oceano, CA 93445, USA
ParkNature & ParksRecreation center
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Central Coast
"Part of the spectacular Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes, this 3,600-acre coastal playground is one of the few places in California where you can…"
Cerro San Luis Obispo
Cerro San Luis Obispo
4.8 (12 ratings)
Steep mountain with trails for hiking, running & mountain biking, plus sweeping views from the peak.
California 93405, USA
Mountain peakNature & ParksMountains

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Pismo Beach

371 Pismo Street Condo Unit 501
371 Pismo Street Condo Unit 501
371 Pismo Street Condo Unit 501
371 Pismo Street Condo Unit 501
371 Pismo Street Condo Unit 501
371 Pismo Street Condo Unit 501
371 Pismo Street Condo Unit 501
371 Pismo Street Condo Unit 501
Condo
$25 /night
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Farmhouse Family Getaway
Farmhouse Family Getaway
Farmhouse Family Getaway
Farmhouse Family Getaway
Farmhouse Family Getaway
Farmhouse Family Getaway
Farmhouse Family Getaway
Farmhouse Family Getaway
House
$1093 /night
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236 Ocean View
236 Ocean View
236 Ocean View
236 Ocean View
236 Ocean View
236 Ocean View
236 Ocean View
236 Ocean View
236 Ocean View
Hotel
$305 /night
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