Blog Category: Outdoors

Let’s be honest: part of the fun of any trip is capturing the perfect photos along the way! A trip to San Simeon provides no lack of photo opportunities, whether they’re long-arm selfies of you and your besties or sweeping landscapes snapped with more serious equipment. Here are some…

Following continuous efforts throughout the year, Highway 1 between San Simeon and Big Sur’s Limekiln State Park is open for travelers. In celebration, we’ve curated a list of must-visit stops along the scenic drive through San Simeon. Hearst Castle, San Simeon’s crown jewel Start off your day with…

As summer heat sets in, take advantage of the beautiful Central Coast weather on your own, with a few friends, or with the family at San Simeon Bay! With gorgeous beaches, perfect weather, and magnificent scenery, there’s no place like San Simeon Bay for a summer getaway. Located just…

Ready for a break? San Simeon is perfect for a midweek getaway to relax and decompress without the crowds. Whether it’s a solo break, a couple’s trip, or an adventure with your bestie, we’ve built out a midweek itinerary to enjoy the best of San Simeon and the surrounding…

Spring in San Simeon brings warmer temperatures and dissipating rains, which means it’s time for wildflowers! Wildflower blooms throughout California make national news because of the stunning array of colors and the huge expanses covered in blooms. The last few years have brought ample winter rains and the wildflower…

Spring in San Simeon means wildlife! March is one of the best months to view the flourishing wildlife around San Simeon, from elephant seals to sea otters to the infamous zebras. Warmer weather brings an abundance of food for animals to load up on before migration or while nursing…

A Year In San Simeon Things to Do Every Month of the Year JANUARY: The best month of the year to catch a glimpse of the rare Northern elephant seals at the Piedras Blancas Rookery. With winter comes elephant seal breeding season, a busy time at…

Coasting Along the Coast They say it’s not about the destination, it’s all about the journey that gets you there. Which is why the Central Coast of California invites you to enjoy the ride of a lifetime in biker’s paradise. Whether you are looking for…

Spend the day in salty ocean air and explore the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary that lies right off the coast of San Simeon.

An insider’s guide to everything you need to know about San Simeon’s main attraction.