San Simeon State Park

If you have never seen wild seals before, great spot with tons of harbor seals and elephant seals basking in the sun. I found it to be delightful
If you have never seen wild seals before, great spot with tons of harbor seals and elephant seals basking in the sun. I found it to be delightful
If you're travelling the California coast around San Luis Obispo stop on the highway and experience this Elephant Seal Sanctuary. The Elephant Seals come ashore and sun themselves. It's a spectacular and natural way to view them. It's well worth the stop. #california #nature #beach #nikon
We stopped for just an hour at Moonstone Beach, which was aptly named! It was quite windy, but the kids had fun chasing the birds as I hunted for moonstones.
Most beautiful water I have seen

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Elephant seals during mating season near San Simeon, California, USA

San Simeon Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit San Simeon Nature Preserve during your travels to Cambria. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

San Simeon Nature Preserve
Beach, Leffingwell Landing

Leffingwell Landing

Explore the lovely green spaces of Leffingwell Landing and enjoy the surfing in Cambria. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Leffingwell Landing
Moonstone Beach in California with wooden walkway along the beach at midday.

Moonstone Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Moonstone Beach during your trip to Cambria? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Moonstone Beach
We stopped for just an hour at Moonstone Beach, which was aptly named! It was quite windy, but the kids had fun chasing the birds as I hunted for moonstones.

Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve during your travels to Cambria. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve
Moonstone Beach Park showing a sandy beach and a park

Moonstone Beach Park

Spend a leisurely day on this rugged and wild stretch of beach, where the sand glitters with shiny round moonstones and the boardwalk promises staggering views.

Moonstone Beach Park
The Nitt Witt mansion as seen from the road upon entrance to the home

Nitt Witt Ridge

You can find out about the history of Cambria with a visit to Nitt Witt Ridge. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Nitt Witt Ridge

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