Pismo Beach
"Clam Capital of the World"
Beach
The sound of waves crashing against the big pier of Pismo Beach is what encapsulates the beauty of this place. Nothing is better than a hot weekend at the beach with friends and family.
Dining
Try the award winning Clam Chowder at Splash Cafe or a unique and delicious donut at Surfside Donuts.
Dunes
The Oceano Dunes are the best known dunes in the Central Coast of California. Enjoy a day full of adventure from renting ATVs or dune buggies, hiking, horseback riding, or a picnic.
Hiking
Pismo Beach has several walking and hiking trails for all to enjoy. Take a stroll along the beach, walk Meadow Creek Trail, or challenge yourself on the Pismo Preserve.
Monarch Butterfly Grove
Every year thousands of monarch butterflies migrate to Pismo Beach from late October to early February. Stop by the Monarch Butterfly Grove to see them clustered together on the eucalyptus trees.
