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Morro Bay State Park, Morro Bay, CA

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Sports & Outdoors

Morro Bay State Park

Coastal state park on a bay lagoon, known for Morro Rock, volcanic peaks, birdwatching, and a natural history museum.

Morro Bay Campground, State Park Road, Morro Bay, CA 93442 · Morro Bay, CA

About Morro Bay State Park

Morro Bay State Park sits on the lagoon of Morro Bay on California's Central Coast, about 13 miles west of San Luis Obispo. Visitors find marshes that draw many birds, an estuary, and the well-known Morro Rock, where climbing is not allowed. Two peaks in the Nine Sisters volcanic chain, Black Hill and Cerro Cabrillo, lie within park boundaries and have trails. The park offers kayaking, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing, along with a campground, a marina cafe, and an 18-hole public golf course. The Morro Bay Museum of Natural History is also inside the park.

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The closest stops to Morro Bay State Park, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

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    Sub Sea Tours & Kayaks

    $25–$50

    A Morro Bay outfitter for kayak, paddleboard and canoe rentals plus whale watching and glass bottom harbor cruises.

    Transit: reachable by public transit

    1.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Sports & Outdoors

    Morro Strand State Beach

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    A three-mile coastal state beach on Estero Bay with dunes, tidepools, and views of Morro Rock.

    2.9 mi awayMore like this

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    Montaña de Oro State Park

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    A large coastal state park west of San Luis Obispo with cliffs, sandy beaches, coastal plains, and trails for hiking and biking.

    6.1 mi awayMore like this

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    Estero Bluffs State Park

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    A day-use coastal state park on the Central Coast, known for sea stacks, wetlands, low bluffs, and open views near Cayucos.

    9.2 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
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    Central Coast Zoo

    Under $25

    An AZA accredited municipal zoo in Atascadero showcasing exotic and native wildlife beside Atascadero Lake Park.

    9.7 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Eat & Drink
    Foodie Favorite

    Nicola

    $25–$50

    A San Luis Obispo restaurant serving Bachiche cooking, the Italian and Peruvian blend, from ceviche to wood-fired pizza.

    Transit: reachable by public transit

    9.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Eat & Drink

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