Restaurants
- Olde Port Inn
- Fat Cats Cafe
Point San Luis Lighthouse has a small cove beach on the harbor side of the rocky breakwater that protects Port San Luis Harbor in Avila Beach, CA. The reason to come out to this spot is for the lighthouse, however, and not this little beach. It was built in 1890 and has since been restored to it’s historic glory. There are tours to the lighthouse by van from Avila Beach (tours must be reserved through the Lighthouse Keepers – $25 for adults and $20 for kids). You can also get to the lighthouse on foot by docent led hikes (see the PG&E website for details on the Pecho Coast Trail). Another way to get to the lighthouse is by sea kayak or stand-up paddleboard (contact Avila Beach Paddlesports). This final option actually takes you to Lighthouse Beach where a stairway and a paved path leads up to the lighthouse for a guided tour. If you rent kayaks or SUPs on your own, or have a small boat, you can probably land here to enjoy the beach, but the lighthouse is off-limits without a guide. The lighthouse parking lot is at Wild Cherry Canyon and Avila Beach Drive, but you need reservations before parking for a van tour. See a map of all California Lighthouses.
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Grab a bite and get a drink on the Port San Luis Pier (Harford Pier) in Avila Beach. This wonderful cafe has sandwiches, salads, and other healthy eats. Get your […]
Harford Pier is one of two public piers in Avila Beach (a third pier is private). It’s a bit off the beaten path compared to Avila Pier on the town […]
Avila Beach Pier is one of three piers in the town of Avila Beach. This pier is open to the public and extends out almost directly south from the main […]
The Central Coast Aquarium is located in downtown Avila Beach California. It’s geared at families with kids who are eager to learn about marine life. They have touch tanks, and […]
California has a long north-south coastline with an unmatched diversity of beaches and shorelines. Along this stunning coast are many large rocks, prominent points, islands, and other shipping hazards. Over the years lighthouses […]