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Take a trip to this scenic seaside town and your best family vacation. This gorgeous seaside town is located in San Luis Obispo County, California. Cambria lies midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, approximately 3 hours’ drive from California State Route 1. The town lies at the bottom end of the stunning Pacific Coast Highway or a short detour off the US 101. This coastal town offers a serene environment and recharging moment before you embark on your daily hustle and bustle.
Vacation rentals for every soulCambria offers the perfect vacation rentals to escape and enjoy your holiday vacation. Get yourself an Ocean view or oceanfront rental that suits all your accommodation needs. The properties are spacious enough to accommodate your playful kids. The properties feature a fully equipped kitchen to ensure you enjoy that barbecue while overhanging on the sandy beach. The properties also feature all the basic amenities such as ample parking, an air conditioner, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The town also offers pet-friendly accommodations, so you don't have to leave your four-legged companion at home. Get yourself a perfect home base at Cambria as you explore the central coast.
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Tucked between towering pines and the shimmering blue Pacific Ocean, Cambria is a picturesque sea town that offers numerous outdoor and indoor activities. One of the best activities to do is beachcombing along the Moonstone beach. Other activities to do at the beach include exploring the tidal pools, bird watching, and exploring the whales and dolphins. You can also do some treasure in the numerous museums in the town. At the end of the day, your numerous eateries for some exquisite seaside cuisines.
A town seaside village with many fascinationsThis beautiful seaside village offers numerous scenic attraction sides ranging from the rambling hilltop castles to sparkling moonstone-filled sandy beaches, just to mention a few. You will run out of time before you make your trips around all the beautiful sites around Cambria. One of the most iconic attraction sites in Cambria is the Moonstone beach. The beach features colorful moonstones that make the beach relaxing and have stunning scenery. The beach has a one-mile boardwalk making it an excellent place for beachcombing.
Travelers and activities
Cambria offers one of the finest beaches in California. The beach offers scenic oceanic views and a fantastic opportunity to spot birds and marine wildlife. The Moonstone Beach boardwalk provides one of the most spectacular west coast sunsets. Bring your binoculars, take a seat on one of the beaches, and enjoy the views. You can also do some tide pooling where the tides are low. one of the best locations for tide pooling is on the northern side of the beach. Your kids will also enjoy the beach while looking for small sea creatures.
Cambria for hiking fanaticsCambria offers some of the best hiking trails in California. Take a trip to Fiscalin Ranch and reserve one of Cambria's most gorgeous places. The reserves offer excellent and scenic hiking trails. The most scenic hiking trail in the reserve is the Buff trail. The trail is two miles to and from. The trail offers magnificent views in every step. You can look for sea birds and some land mammals such as squirrels, rabbits, and deer as you hike. If you are lucky, you can observe whales spouting out in the sea.
Did you know that Cambria is known to many people as the gateway to Hearst Castle!
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This hillside home features hand carvings and other eclectic local artifacts and gifts. The place is amazing, and the staff is very friendly, hospitable, and well-informed. Take a tour around the house to learn some history, humorous facts of how a man with an eccentric vision built the estate.
2. Shamel ParkThis is a six-acre park located next to the beach. The park is a wonderful site for numerous recreation activities. The park features a beautiful landscape, and it's always clean. The park features a gazebo and large turf area, making it suitable for family events such as birthdays and wedding receptions.
3. Cutruzzola VineyardsThis is one of the best Riesling you will find in California. It is an excellent place for wine tasting, and the atmosphere in the wine tasting rooms makes you feel like you are at home with family and friends. They also offer cheese pairing to enhance the tasting. The staff members are very hospitable, friendly, and knowledgeable.
4. Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal RookeryThis place offers an excellent opportunity for animal lovers to see elephant seals birthing, changing their skin, mating, and even fighting for territories. The rookery stretches approximately six miles along the seashore.
5. Hearst castleThis is America's most famous castle. The castle features spectacular mansions with mind-blowing architectural styles and stands high above the ground. Lush gardens surround the castle. The castle was originally Julia Morgan's holiday before it was transformed into a 165-room castle.