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Central Coast Local Attractions Whether you plan to spend your day wandering along the water on Pismo Beach, CA exploring tide pools and caves by kayak, hiking and biking popular San Luis Obispo County trails, playing golf, visiting wineries, touring nearby Hearst Castle or shopping at boutiques and antique stores, a wealth of activities awaits you during your vacation to California’s Central Coast in Pismo Beach. |
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The Best Western Shore Cliff Lodge will be your home away from home while you enjoy all the activities California's beautiful Central Coast has to offer. Beautiful Pismo Beach is the ideal California spot for a long deserved Pismo vacation or overnight getaway to de-stress. Visitors to Pismo Beach will enjoy beautiful weather year-round, over 23 miles of sandy beaches and the classic California charm of Pismo Beach. Other popular Central Coast attractions near Best Western Shore Cliff Lodge include: |
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Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument: The renowned Central Coast landmark of Hearst Castle is just a scenic 45 mile drive from Pismo Beach. Former home of publishing tycoon William Randolph Hearst, Hearst Castle is an area must see given its vast collection of European artwork, architectural magnificence, incredible pools and gardens and a unique glimpse into the lifestyle of one of American's leading publishing greats. |
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Take your appreciation of Hearst Castle even further by viewing the National Geographic Theater's film "Hearst Castle - Building the Dream." Showing on their larger-than-life iWERKS theater screen, this documentary takes you into the history and construction of Hearst Castle like you've never seen. The National Geographic Theater is located in the Hearst Castle Visitor Center. Visit the theater website for more information. Five distinct tours are available at Hearst Castle. Tour reservations are strongly recommended to enjoy this historic California attraction. Call 1-800-444-4445 to reserve your tour. Please visit the Hearst Castle Website. Oceano Dunes Ride the sand highway at the Oceano Dunes State Park! Just 3 miles from the Best Western Shore Cliff Lodge, visit one of California’s most popular state parks at the Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. This 3,600 acre off road area includes 5.5 miles of beach open for vehicle use and 1,500 acres of sand dunes available for off road motor vehicle recreation. The Oceano Dunes is the only California State Park where vehicles may be driven on the beach. Passenger cars can easily drive on the northern portion of the beach at Oceano Dunes State Park. Four wheel drive vehicles are recommended for driving to the camping and off highway vehicle use areas in Oceano Dunes State Park. Activities available at or near the Oceano Dunes include ATV rentals, beach Hummer excursions, Dune buggy rentals, bi-plane aerial tour or coastal horseback riding. |
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Championship Golf Courses To see a more comprehensive list of golf courses in San Luis Obispo County, please visit the Central Coast Golf Trail Website . Here are a few San Luis Obispo County golf courses that we recommend. |
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Avila Beach Golf Resort A short drive from our Pismo Beach hotel, Nipomo is just South of the Best Western Shore Cliff Lodge, and brings you to this beautifully manicured course nestled in more than 421 acres of beautiful natural surroundings. Among Eucalyptus groves and natural water features, Blacklake features three distinct nines, Canyon, Lakes and Oaks that test the skills of every golfer. This Peter Jacobsen Signature Course is as challenging as it is beautiful. Mature cypress trees, lush green fairways and cool fresh ocean air makes it a golfers' paradise. The Cypress Ridge Golf Course is just a short drive South of the Best Western Shore Cliff Lodge in Arroyo Grande. Monarch Dunes is an award winning golf course located in Nipomo, just south of Pismo Beach and the Best Western Shore Cliff Lodge. Monarch Dunes features both the award-winning championship "Old Course" as well as the newly opened 12-hole “Challenge Course”, both designed by Damian Pascuzzo & Steve Pate. Surrounded by windswept dunes, eucalyptus trees, coastal vistas and amber-colored hillsides, Monarch Dunes Golf Club is reminiscent of the true links-style courses found in Scotland and a "must-play" for those who seek a challenging, yet amiable, unspoiled golf adventure near Pismo Beach, CA. |
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If you’re ready to discover Central Coast wines firsthand then the Best Western Shore Cliff Lodge in Pismo Beach, CA is the perfect wine country hotel for you. The Central Coast produces first-class wines out of several main regions including Paso Robles, Arroyo Grande,San Luis Obispo/Edna Valley and Avila Beach. |
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The Best Western Shore Cliff Lodge is just minutes from dozens of wineries, some tasting rooms, including Morovino Winery, Alapay Cellars, Salisbury Vineyards, Per Bacco Cellars, Edna Valley Vineyard, Tolosa Winery and more! |
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For the Kids…. San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum |
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Monarch Butterfly Grove Ragged Point |
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Kayaking, Bicycling, Hiking and More… Visit nearby Avila Beach and discover the Bob Jones City to Sea Bikeway that meanders around the San Luis Creek, wooded areas and the Avila Beach Golf Resort. A complete listing of local biking trails. |
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Central Coast Outdoors at 888-873-5610 offers numerous day trips in the area including biking and kayaking explorations. Other Don’t Miss Attractions near Pismo Beach: |
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Dining and Restaurants |
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F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House 750 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach 1601 Price Street, Pismo Beach 891 Price Street, Pismo Beach 197 Pomeroy Avenue, Pismo Beach Old Juan’s Cantina 649 Pier Avenue, Oceano |
