Contact Information Visit Website 6999 W Main Guadalupe CA Share Categories Beaches Family Activities Outdoor Recreation & Outdoor View On Map The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes are the second-largest stretch of dunes in California and the largest intact coastal dune ecosystem on Earth. From Pismo Beach to Point Sal, the dunes span 22,000 acres across 18 miles on California’s Central Coast. <span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span> This National Wildlife Refuge boasts dunes as tall as 500 feet, miles of beach, freshwater lakes, and native flora and fauna. These dunes also encompass local favorite natural areas, including the Rancho-Guadalupe Dunes Preserve, Oceano Dunes SVRA, and Oso Flaco Lake area. The stunning scenery of the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes has played host to movie classics like The Ten Commandments (1923) and modern films like Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End, Sideways, and Hidalgo. The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes offer guests plenty of options for hiking, fishing, birdwatching, nature photography and much more. The coastal access point in Guadalupe at the Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve is just 12 minutes away from Santa Maria. You can get more information and plan your visit to the dunes from the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center.
Point Sal Overlook Trail This is a hard, 9.8-mile out and back trail also located near Casmalia. This trail offers hikers with amazing views, but the road to the stop is steep and winding in certain areas, so come prepared. The trail is also used for fishing and is accessible year-round. This trail leads hikers down to Point Sal […]
Silver Shoals Park Silver Shoals Park is another park with beach access. The grassy park has picnic tables and barbecues, making it a great place for a picnic. There is beach access via a steep dirt path. The beach itself is another great place to look for tide pools when the tide is low, and for bird watching.
Firestone Vineyard Putting the Central Coast climate to good use. A vineyard full of family traditions and historic ties to famous entrepreneurs like Henry Ford and Thomas Edison – Harvey S. Firestone’ son Leonard established a family ranch in the Santa Ynez Valley in the early 1970s. He began by planting a vineyard. Soon after, his son […]
Posies in the Village Offering home decor, one-of-a-kind gifts, and fashion, Posies in the Village is nestled in the historic district of Arroyo Grande Village near Pismo Beach. With everything from lady’s hats to antiques to linen-and-lace goods, Posies offers charming finds for visitors and locals alike.
October 02 Old Orcutt's First Friday: October Come out and enjoy an evening in Old Orcutt. Merchants stay open late on the first Friday of the month. Drink, food, and shopping specials.
November 06 Old Orcutt's First Friday: November Come out and enjoy an evening in Old Orcutt. Merchants stay open late on the first Friday of the month. Drink, food, and shopping specials.
December 04 Old Orcutt's First Friday: December Come out and enjoy an evening in Old Orcutt. Merchants stay open late on the first Friday of the month. Drink, food, and shopping specials.