"Pismo Beach A Change of Pace" Pismo Beach by painterdave

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Take a break from the city life - Pismo Beach
Take a break from the city life

This place is off the beaten path of regular tourism. If you are driving between Los Angeles and San Francisco this is a good place to stop and take in the salt air, walk on the beach, search the tidepools, surf, swim and enjoy the sun.
For more info on Pismo, see my comments on off the beaten path.
Expect to see hundreds of pelikans. They put on a fascinating show when they find a school of fish and begin diving for them.
Pismo Beach is north of Santa Barbara on highway 101. The north side of town has the more expensive motels.

Pismo Beach A Change of Pace - Pismo Beach

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:plenty of beach for everybody, tide pools, sun and fun
  • Cons:none
  • In a nutshell:This is where to go to enjoy the Pacific.
  • Last visit to Pismo Beach: Jul 2005
  • Intro Written Mar 16, 2006
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Taken one mile north of the center of Pismo - Pismo Beach Nightlife on the Beach Nightlife (1)

As the sun sets take a walk on the beach with your camera. This is an enjoyable time at Pismo. There are also numerous... more travel advice

between LA and San Francisco--Pismo Beach - Pismo Beach between LA and San Francisco--Pismo... Off The Beaten Path (1)

Just about halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco you can find a great beach to relax and enjoy the Pacific... more travel advice

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    Gillybob's Profile Photo
    Jun 3, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    I have a friend with family who lives here - now I know why she likes to go and visit! Looks blissful! Gillybob greetings

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    iandsmith's Profile Photo
    May 21, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    I'm heading there this month. Thanks for the tip. Cheers from Down Under.

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    Carmanah's Profile Photo
    May 22, 2007 at 7:58 PM

    I remember visiting Pismo Beach when I was young. We stayed in San Luis Obispo and drove down for the day. It's a beautiful part of California.

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